The Journal of Abel Jansz Tasman 1642 - With Documents Relating To His Exploration Of Australia In 1644
Edited by G.H. Kenihan
Published by Australian Heritage Press: Adelaide 1965
Limited Edition - 1 of 500 Copies
"The Journal of Abel Jansz Tasman 1642 is a meticulous reproduction and commentary on the original logbook of Dutch navigator Abel Tasman, who led the first European voyage to sight Tasmania, New Zealand, and several Pacific islands. Edited by G. H. Kenihan and published by Australian Heritage Press in 1965, this limited edition of only 500 copies faithfully presents Tasman's journal alongside maps, charts, and Dutch East India Company records that shed light on his 1642 expedition. The text is enhanced by scholarly annotations that contextualize Tasman's discoveries within the larger framework of 17th-century maritime exploration, detailing encounters with indigenous peoples, geographical observations, and the political motivations of the Dutch trading empire.
The volume also includes crucial documents related to Tasman's lesser-known 1644 voyage along the northern Australian coast, providing an important link between early European cartography and Australia's eventual colonization. Beautifully produced and historically significant, this work stands as one of the cornerstone publications in Australian maritime historiography. It would appeal strongly to collectors of Australiana, maritime historians, and enthusiasts of early exploration and navigational history."
Dustjacket with general wear and some chipping as shown. Book is clean with no inscriptions. An excellent copy of this limited edition book. Please study photos to further understand condition.
