AUSTRALIANA Exploration –

Edward John Eyre was one of the bravest explorers to tackle the unforgiving Australian outback – and one of the youngest. Lake Eyre, the Eyre Peninsula, the Eyre Highway that traverses the Nullarbor between Adelaide and Perth, and many other landmarks are named after him – so why do Australians know so little about him today? Based on original documents, letters and previously unpublished material, this fascinating portrait of a forgotten hero of Australia reveals a young explorer who lived a dynamic and adventurous life in the early years of the colonies.

First Edition.

• xii, 404 pages, 12 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some colour), maps, portraits ; 24 cm #300925/150126
• (Small edge chip to cover)

  Includes bibliographical references (pages 393-395) and index.

  • Eyre, Edward John, 1815-1901
  • Explorers — Australia — Biography
  • Australia — Discovery and exploration