Into the uncharted wilderness of northern Australia, where rivers flood without warning and survival hangs by a thread, the Jardine brothers set out on one of the most daring expeditions of the nineteenth century. Narrative of the Overland Expedition of the Messrs. Jardine is a gripping firsthand account of their perilous journey from Rockhampton to Cape York. Facing relentless hardship, the expedition battles treacherous terrain, tropical storms, dwindling supplies, and the constant threat of starvation. Horses collapse, equipment is abandoned, and every mile forward is hard-won. Encounters with Indigenous peoples range from moments of fragile cooperation to violent conflict, underscoring the uncertainty of every step. Yet through exhaustion, danger, and repeated setbacks, the Jardines press onward with determination and resilience. Their journey reveals both the harsh realities of exploration and the indomitable spirit required to endure them. Rich in detail and alive with tension, this narrative captures the raw challenge of venturing into the unknown. It is not only a story of exploration, but a testament to human endurance in the face of nature at its most unforgiving.
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Anbieter: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 90 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.21 inches. In Stock. Artikel-Nr. zk1444463535
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