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Robert O'Hara Burke

- And The Australian Exploring Expedition Of 1860 (1862)

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Robert O'Hara Burke: And The Australian Exploring Expedition Of 1860 (1862) is a historical account of the Australian Exploring Expedition led by Robert O'Hara Burke. The book, written by Andrew Jackson, provides a detailed narrative of the expedition, which aimed to cross the Australian continent from south to north. The expedition started in Melbourne in 1860, and it was composed of 19 men, including Burke, who was appointed as the leader. The book describes the challenges and hardships that the expedition faced, including harsh weather conditions, lack of food and water, and conflicts among the members. The expedition reached the Gulf of Carpentaria in February 1861, but Burke and his companion, William John Wills, died on their way back to Melbourne. The book also explores the impact of the expedition on Australian history and the legacy of Burke and his team. Overall, Robert O'Hara Burke: And The Australian Exploring Expedition Of 1860 (1862) is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Australian history and exploration.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781164891604
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 256
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x14 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 345 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 10. december 2024
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Robert O'Hara Burke: And The Australian Exploring Expedition Of 1860 (1862) is a historical account of the Australian Exploring Expedition led by Robert O'Hara Burke. The book, written by Andrew Jackson, provides a detailed narrative of the expedition, which aimed to cross the Australian continent from south to north. The expedition started in Melbourne in 1860, and it was composed of 19 men, including Burke, who was appointed as the leader. The book describes the challenges and hardships that the expedition faced, including harsh weather conditions, lack of food and water, and conflicts among the members. The expedition reached the Gulf of Carpentaria in February 1861, but Burke and his companion, William John Wills, died on their way back to Melbourne. The book also explores the impact of the expedition on Australian history and the legacy of Burke and his team. Overall, Robert O'Hara Burke: And The Australian Exploring Expedition Of 1860 (1862) is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Australian history and exploration.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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