Flinders

The Man Who Mapped Australia

Häftad, Engelska, 2016

Av Rob Mundle

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The fascinating story of the exceptional maritime explorer, Matthew Flinders - the man who put Australia on the map.Shipwrecks, storms, death and danger - Matthew Flinders encountered it all on his courageous quest to circumnavigate and chart the treacherous Terra Australis coastline.From the drama of epic voyages and devastating shipwrecks; his part in the naming of Australia; his cruel imprisonment by the French on Mauritius for six long and harrowing years; the heartbreaking separation from his beloved wife; and the comfort he got from his loyal cat, Trim; to his tragic death at just forty.This is a gripping adventure biography that details the life of Flinders, a true hero whose name is forever woven into the fabric of Australian history.

Produktinformation

  • Utgivningsdatum2016-11-29
  • Mått128 x 196 x 30 mm
  • Vikt312 g
  • FormatHäftad
  • SpråkEngelska
  • Antal sidor400
  • FörlagHachette Australia
  • ISBN9780733637384