1929 2vol Australian Discovery by Sea & Land by E. Scott Antique History Books

1929 2vol Australian Discovery by Sea & Land by E. Scott Antique History Books

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1929 2vol Australian Discovery by Sea & Land by E. Scott Antique History Books

Australian Discovery by Sea & Land
Edited With An Introduction by Ernest Scott
Published by J.M. Dent & Sons Ltd: London 1929 1st Edition
Complete 2 Volume Set

" Australian Discovery by Sea & Land by Ernest Scott is a historical account of the exploration and discovery of Australia, focusing on both maritime and overland expeditions. It details the journeys of early European navigators, including the Dutch, Portuguese, and British explorers who mapped the continent's coastline, as well as the subsequent inland explorations undertaken by pioneers seeking to understand Australia's vast and challenging landscapes. Scott examines the motivations behind these voyages, the hardships faced by explorers, and the impact of their discoveries on the development of Australia.

The book also explores the scientific and geographical contributions of these expeditions, highlighting figures such as James Cook, Matthew Flinders, and later land explorers like Edward John Eyre and Ludwig Leichhardt. Scott provides insights into the interactions between European explorers and Indigenous Australians, acknowledging both cooperation and conflict. Written in an engaging and informative style, Australian Discovery by Sea & Land serves as a valuable resource for understanding the complex history of Australia's exploration and the broader global context of discovery during the Age of Exploration and beyond."

Light wear and insect damage to cloth covers and spines as shown. Neat inscription. Pages very clean and well presented. Binding is excellent with no loose pages. A nice 2 volume set in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 21.5cm x 14.5cm x 3.5cm (x 2 books)
  • Volume 1 has 412 Pages
  • Volume 2 has 422 Pages

PRODUCT DETAILS


Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Illustrated", "2 Volume Set", "Maps"]
Region: Australia, Oceania
Subject: Exploration & Travel
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear and insect damage to cloth covers and spines as shown. Neat inscription. Pages very clean and well presented. Binding is excellent with no loose pages. A nice 2 volume set in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Ernest Scott
Publisher: J.M. Dent & Sons Ltd: London
Year Printed: 1929
Sub-subject: Australian Discovery