One of the most remarkable journeys in Australian history began on 7 April 1942, when 103 people set out on a transcontinental exodus to seek safety from the war that was then overwhelming north Australia. Here, Margaret Somerville tells the story of that journey.
Expanded illustrated edition of book originally published in 1970.
xxi, 98 p. : ill. (some col.), 1 map, ports. ; 29 cm. #0821
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They Crossed a Continent. The Story of a Wartime Exodus from Croker Island to Sydney.
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Additional Information
| Author | Margaret Somerville |
|---|---|
| Number of pages | xxi, 98 p. : ill. (some col.), 1 map, ports. ; 29 cm. |
| Publisher | Shady Tree, Darwin |
| Year Published | 2011 |
| Binding Type | Hardcover in Dustjacket |
|---|---|
| Book Condition | Fine |
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