William Dampier In New Holland : Australia's First Natural Historian

Author: Alexander S. George

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Price : $20.00 AUD
ISBN : 9781876473129
Publisher : Bloomings Books Pty Ltd
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1999, First edition. A very good copy only marked by shelf rubbing on the spine ends and some related newspaper clippings affixed to the front endpapers. The d/w is fine.

Description

Well researched and beautifully illustrated account of the extraordinary collection of specimens, drawings and journal accounts of plants, marine and land animals, shells and insects. Coincides with exhibition to celebrate 300th anniversary of Dampier's voyage to Australia.

Awards

Shortlisted for Western Australian Premier's Book Award: Special Award 2000.

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