Description

Back o' Cairns is a historical non-fiction and travel book by Ion L. Idriess, published in 1958. This Illustrated hardcover, with its Dust Jacket, chronicles Idriess's travels and historical research into the rugged, remote areas inland from Cairns in Queensland, focusing on the region's gold rushes, pioneer life, and Indigenous history. It is a classic of Australian outback history.

Synopsis

Title: Back O' Cairns
Author/Publisher: Ion L Idriess (Angus and Robertson)
Publication Year: 1958
Format: Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Published in 1958, "Back O' Cairns" is a compelling non-fiction work by the celebrated Australian author, Ion L. Idriess. This illustrated hardcover, complete with its original dust jacket, invites readers on an adventure into the rugged and often untamed landscapes inland from Cairns, Queensland.

Idriess, renowned for his evocative storytelling of the Australian outback, delves deep into the region's rich history. Combining elements of travelogue and historical research, the book chronicles his explorations and findings, painting a vivid picture of a pivotal era in Australia's development.

Categorised as both adventure and non-fiction, "Back O' Cairns" is intended for an adult audience, offering an authentic glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of early colonial life and the enduring legacy of the land.

• Echoes of the Gold Rush: The book meticulously recounts the frenetic gold rushes that swept through the area, uncovering the stories of prospectors, the boom-and-bust cycles, and the indelible marks left by this transformative period.
• Pioneers and First Nations: Idriess provides insight into the lives of the early pioneers who settled the 'back o' Cairns', alongside a respectful exploration of the rich history and traditions of the Indigenous populations who have inhabited these lands for millennia.

As a classic of Australian outback history, "Back O' Cairns" remains an important work for those interested in the nation's past, offering a captivating blend of personal adventure and meticulously researched historical narrative from one of Australia's most beloved chroniclers.

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