Narrative of the Overland Expedition of the Messrs Jardine (eBook)

Enriched edition. From Rockhampton to Cape York, Northern Queensland

Alexander, Frank Jardine (Autoren)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
140 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633810148-8 (EAN)

Infos

The 'Narrative of the Overland Expedition of the Messrs Jardine' offers a compelling tapestry of adventure, exploration, and survival, weaving together a myriad of literary styles and narrative techniques that capture the raw exuberance and poignant subtleties of the era of exploration. This collection thrums with the diverse voices of exploration-era authors, melding detailed journalistic accounts with reflective storytelling. Its importance lies in the array and breadth of insights into the human condition under the stresses and wonders of the untamed wild. The works bristle with the vibrant ethos of discovery, charting not only the physical landscape but the inner recesses of the human psyche with subtlety and immediacy. The contribution of Frank Jardine and his contemporaries to this anthology encapsulates a pivotal moment in literary history, wherein the exploration narrative gained momentum and carved out a definitive niche. Drawing from a rich legacy of cultural intersections and frontier interactions, these authors illuminate the convergence of human endurance and the untamed elements. Together, they encapsulate the spirit of an era and movement, deftly blending their observations and insights to create a narrative tapestry that is both historically grounded and thematically expansive. Offering readers a panoramic vista of perspectives, 'Narrative of the Overland Expedition of the Messrs Jardine' stands as a unique opportunity to delve into a multiplicity of stylistic and thematic explorations within a single volume. It beckons to those eager for educational enrichment and a deeper understanding of the complex tapestry woven by historical experiences. This anthology invites readers to engage in an enlightening dialogue with authors whose works exemplify the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit amidst the trials of discovery and the relentless pursuit of knowledge.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.11.2021
• Einführung: Aurelia Ravenshaw
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Aurelia Ravenshaw
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th-century expedition account • adventure historical storytelling • Adventure Travel • Australasian exploration narrative • Australian Expeditions • Australian pioneers • Colonial history • exploration literature anthology • exploration narratives • Explorer Biographies • frontier exploration • General • historical cultural exploration • Jardine brothers • Jardine brothers' journey • journal entry compilation • natural world confrontation • Pioneering spirit narrative • Travel & Holiday • Travel - General • TRAVEL / General • Travel journals • unmapped terrain exploration • wilderness survival