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Voyage Of Discovery To Terra Australis By Willem De Vlamingh In 1696-97, Phillip
By Phillip Playford
1999 • Hardcover • Western Australian Museum
Description
Voyage Of Discovery To Terra Australis By Willem De Vlamingh In 1696-97 Prose Books by Phillip E Playford.
Synopsis
Title: Voyage Of Discovery To Terra Australis By Willem De Vlamingh In 1696-97
Author/Publisher: Phillip Playford, Western Australian Museum
Publication Year: 1999
Format: 118-page Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket
This authoritative first edition by Phillip Playford presents a detailed historical account of Willem De Vlamingh's pivotal Dutch voyage to Terra Australis (present-day Australia) between 1696 and 1697. Published by the Western Australian Museum, this work serves as a significant non-fiction text for those interested in early exploration and the geographical understanding of the Australian continent.
The book meticulously documents Vlamingh's expedition, a key event in European contact with Australia, offering valuable insights into the maritime history and early charting efforts of the era. It positions Vlamingh's journey within the broader narrative of global exploration and the gradual revelation of the Southern Land.
- The Vlamingh Expedition: Delves into the detailed account of Willem De Vlamingh's significant 1696-97 Dutch voyage to explore and chart the western coast of Terra Australis, offering a comprehensive look at the expedition's objectives, challenges, and outcomes.
- Early Australian Exploration: Places Vlamingh's journey within the broader context of early European maritime exploration of the Australian continent, providing insights into the era's navigational practices and the gradual uncovering of this vast southern landmass.
- Geographic Discoveries: Highlights the specific geographical findings and charting efforts undertaken during the expedition, detailing the new territories encountered and their contribution to the emerging European understanding of Australian geography.
As a first edition scholarly work, this volume remains an essential resource for historians, geographers, and enthusiasts of Australian exploration. Its focus on a specific, formative period of discovery makes it a compelling addition to any collection dedicated to maritime history or colonial Australian studies.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Publisher | Western Australian Museum |
| Year | 1999 |
| Pages | 118 |
| Type | Textbook |
| Genre | History |
| Topic | Exploration |
| Signed | No |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Subject | Geography & Geosciences, History |
| Vintage | No |
| Features | Dust Jacket, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Voyage Of Discovery To Terra Australis By Willem De Vlamingh I… |
| Item Width | 180 mm |
| Item Height | 245 mm |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Publication Name | Voyage of Discovery to Terra Australis |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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