Ask a question or
Order this book


Browse our books
Search our books
Book dealer info


BYERLEY, FREDERICK J; Editor. - Jardine's Journal: Narrative Of The Overland Expedition Of The Messrs. Jardine, From Rockhampton To Cape York, Northern Queensland. Compiled From The Journals Of The Brothers.

Title: Jardine's Journal: Narrative Of The Overland Expedition Of The Messrs. Jardine, From Rockhampton To Cape York, Northern Queensland. Compiled From The Journals Of The Brothers.
Description: Second Facsimile Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. xii, 88; b/w frontispiece, 1 b/w illustration, 1 large folding map at rear, appendix, original cloth, dustjacket, a fine copy. Bundaberg; Corkwood Press; 1995. In May 1864 the Jardines set off on a 1200, mile expedition with 8 men, 42 horses and 250 head of cattle. They hacked through jungle, crossed major rivers, and battled through swamps, losing 30 horses and 200 cattle along the way, but survived despite the odds. This is one of the most remarkable achievements in Australia's history.

Keywords: Australian Exploration and Discovery local History Queensland Explorer Jardine North Queensland Rockhampton Cape York Journal

Price: AUD 35.00 = appr. US$ 24.22 Seller: Time Booksellers
- Book number: 125975