The Explorers of Australia and their Life-work by Ernest Favenc
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| Author | Favenc, Ernest, 1846-1908 |
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| Title | The Explorers of Australia and their Life-work |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Amy M Zelmer, Sue Asscher |
| Summary | "The Explorers of Australia and their Life-work" by Ernest Favenc is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book documents the significant achievements and contributions of early Australian explorers, emphasizing their perseverance against the formidable challenges posed by the Australian landscape. It aims to provide insight into the lives and expeditions of these pioneering figures who helped open up the continent for settlement and development. The opening of the book outlines the author's intent to celebrate and record the endeavors of these explorers, offering a preview of their individual stories through a collection of portraits. Favenc discusses the importance of exploration in shaping Australia, particularly highlighting the mystery surrounding Ludwig Leichhardt, whose fate remains unknown. The introduction sets the stage for detailed accounts of various explorers, emphasizing how their trials laid the groundwork for future generations and contributed to the nation’s prosperity. The narrative illustrates both the physical and psychological challenges these men faced in their quest to traverse the continent and discover its potential. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Australia -- Discovery and exploration |
| Subject | Explorers |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10840 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 21, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 234 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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