Publisher's Synopsis
The Journal of the Elder Scientific Exploring Expedition, 1891-92 is a historical book written by David Lindsay and published in 1893. This book is a detailed account of the expedition led by John Forrest, an Australian explorer, and politician, to explore the interior of Western Australia. The book is divided into 25 chapters, each describing a different stage of the journey.The expedition was sponsored by the Western Australian government and aimed to explore and map the unknown regions of Western Australia. The team consisted of experienced explorers, scientists, and surveyors. The journey started in March 1891 and lasted for over a year, covering a distance of 5,000 miles.The book provides a detailed account of the expedition, including the challenges faced by the team, such as harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and encounters with Indigenous people. It also describes the flora and fauna of the region, as well as the geological and geographical features that were discovered.The Journal of the Elder Scientific Exploring Expedition, 1891-92 is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the early exploration of the Australian continent. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Australian history, exploration, and geography.Equipped Solely At The Cost Of Sir Thomas Elder, For The Purpose Of Completing The Exploration Of Australia, And Placed Under The Control Of The Royal Geographical Society Of Australasia, South Australian Branch.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
