Terra Australis: Text Classics


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In this edited selection of his journals, Matthew Flinders, Australia’s greatest navigator and the man who named our island continent, describes in captivating detail his epic mission to map our shores between 1796 and 1803.




A Voyage To Terra Australis


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Reproduction of the original: A Voyage To Terra Australis by Matthew Flinders




Encountering Terra Australis


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Encountering Terra Australis traces the parallel lives and voyages of the explorers Flinders and Baudin, as they travelled to Australia and explored the coastline of mainland Australia and Tasmania. Unusually, the book takes its lead from the voyages of Baudin, rather than Flinders. Furthermore the authors have sourced original accounts including material which has never before been available in English. Extensively illustrated in colour and black and white.




A Voyage To Terra Australis


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This book recounts the author's voyage to the Australian continent during the early 19th century, providing a vivid account of the geography, flora, fauna, and indigenous peoples of the region. The author's observations and illustrations are of great historical and scientific value, and the book is considered a classic of Australian literature and exploration. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.













A Voyage to Terra Australis


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Matthew Flinders 'A Voyage to Terra Australis' is a seminal work in the exploration genre, chronicling Flinders' extensive voyages to map the coast of Australia. Written in a detailed and engaging style, the book provides a vivid account of the landscapes, cultures, and challenges encountered during Flinders' expeditions, offering valuable insights into the early exploration of the Australian continent. Flinders' meticulous observations and maps laid the foundation for future explorations and remain a significant contribution to the understanding of Australia's geography. The book is essential reading for scholars and enthusiasts interested in early Australian history and exploration. Matthew Flinders, a respected navigator and cartographer, was driven by a passion for discovery and a commitment to advancing geographical knowledge. His personal experiences and dedication to his craft are evident in 'A Voyage to Terra Australis,' where his expertise and enthusiasm shine through. Flinders' legacy as a pioneering explorer is solidified in this groundbreaking work, which continues to inspire generations of adventurers. I wholeheartedly recommend 'A Voyage to Terra Australis' to readers seeking a captivating narrative of exploration and discovery. Flinders' masterful storytelling and invaluable contributions to the field of geography make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Australian exploration.




Below the Convergence


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This wonderfully written book tells of the first Herculean expeditions to Antarctica, from astronomer Edmond Halley's 1699 voyage in the Paramore to the sealer John Balleny's 1839 excursion in the Eliza Scott, all in search of land, glory, fur, science, and profit. Life was harsh: crews had poor provisions and inadequate clothing, and scurvy was a constant threat. With unreliable--often homemade--charts, these intrepid explorers sailed in the stormy waters of the Southern Ocean below the Convergence, that sea frontier marking the boundary between the freezing Antarctic waters and the warmer sub-Antarctic seas. These men were the first to discover and exploit a new continent, which was not the verdant southern island they had imagined but an inhospitable expanse of rock and ice, ringed by pack ice and icebergs: Antarctica.