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Australian Shipwrecks by Charles Bateson (Paperback, 1972) Maritime History
By Charles Bateson
1972 • Paperback • Ah Aw Reed Pty Ltd
Description
Title: Australian Shipwrecks by Charles Bateson (Paperback, 1972) Maritime History
Author/Publisher: Charles Bateson / Ah Aw Reed Pty Ltd
Publication Year: 1972
Format: Paperback
Synopsis
Published in 1972, Charles Bateson's 'Australian Shipwrecks' stands as a foundational work exploring the rich and often tragic maritime history of Australia. This non-fiction account delves into the numerous vessels lost around the continent's treacherous coastline.
Authored by the respected historian Charles Bateson, this volume offers adult readers a compelling narrative of nautical disasters, from the early days of exploration to the mid-20th century. It meticulously chronicles the human stories and historical impact behind these unfortunate events.
- A Comprehensive Record: The book meticulously details a wide array of shipwreck incidents, providing a factual chronology of losses that shaped Australia's maritime past.
- Visual Insights: As an illustrated edition, the work likely contains maps, photographs, or etchings that bring the historical accounts of vessels and their fates vividly to life for the reader.
- Historical Context and Impact: Bateson, known for his thorough historical research, would have placed these shipwrecks within their broader historical and geographical contexts, exploring their causes and consequences for Australian development.
For enthusiasts of maritime history, Australian studies, or those with a keen interest in tales of the sea, this 1972 edition remains a significant and engaging resource, offering invaluable insights into a perilous yet pivotal aspect of Australia's heritage.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| ISBN | 0589071122 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | Ah Aw Reed Pty Ltd |
| Year | 1972 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Genre | History |
| Topic | Maritime History |
| Signed | No |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Features | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Australian Shipwrecks |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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