Australia Twice Traversed (eBook)

Ernest Giles (Autor)

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2022
515 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654703527-5 (EAN)

Infos

In "Australia Twice Traversed," Ernest Giles delivers a compelling account of his arduous explorations through the uncharted territories of Australia during the 19th century. Written in a vivid and detailed literary style that captures both the wild beauty and perilous nature of the Australian landscape, the narrative is a rich tapestry interwoven with personal observations, scientific insights, and encounters with Indigenous peoples. Giles adeptly incorporates elements of adventure literature, blending fact and fiction to engage readers with his challenges, triumphs, and the profound sense of isolation that defined his journeys. Ernest Giles, an English explorer and geographer, was driven by an insatiable curiosity and the pioneering spirit of the age. His voyages in the Australian outback in the 1860s were not only motivated by a thirst for discovery but also a desire to contribute to the understanding of the continent's geography and ecology. His experiences, characterized by hardship and resilience, reflect a nuanced understanding of both the physical landscape and its historical context, influencing his portrayal of Australia as a land rich with both promise and danger. "Australia Twice Traversed" is highly recommended for readers fascinated by exploration narratives, Australian history, and the spirit of adventure. Giles' poignant observations and eloquent prose invite enthusiasts of travel literature to embark on a journey through the uncharted realms of 19th-century Australia, providing a unique perspective on a fascinating period of exploration.

Autor

Ernest Giles (1835–1897) was a distinguished English-born Australian explorer whose intrepid expeditions significantly contributed to the cartographic and cultural understanding of Australia's harsh interior landscapes during the late 19th century. A foundational figure in the annals of Australian exploration, Giles's passionate incursions were driven by an innate curiosity and desire to unveil the secrets of the then largely unmapped central and western Australian deserts. His magnum opus, 'Australia Twice Traversed' (1889), stands as an enduring testament to his journeys, illuminating the trials, discoveries, and landscapes encountered across five major expeditions between 1872 and 1876. In this seminal work, Giles details his experiences with a literary flair that combines precise geographical observations with eloquent prose, revealing the human struggles against nature's implacable forces. His writing style, categorized by its narrative vigor and evocative descriptions, offers readers a glimpse into the ethos of colonial exploration and its complex legacy. Giles's contributions extended beyond his written accounts; his fieldwork laid the groundwork for subsequent explorations and became integral to Australia's growth as a nation. Despite facing several obstacles, including limited resources and at times sheer survival crises, Ernest Giles's unwavering determination and his pioneering spirit are immortalized in his writings, which continue to be referenced by scholars and enthusiasts of Australian history and exploration.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 2.6.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer ► Australien / Neuseeland / Ozeanien
• Schlagworte: 19th century adventures • 19th century exploration narratives • Australia • Australian exploration • Australian exploration literature • Australian geographical history • Australian Outback exploration • Bravery in exploration • classic Australian novels • Colonial Australia travels • colonial exploration • courageous journey accounts • cultural insights exploration • discovery and exploration • Ernest Giles explorer • exploration and discovery classics • frontier expeditions • frontier survival tales • geographical research • Historical Australian travel • historical travel accounts • historical travel memoir • History of Oceania • indigenous encounters narrative • Mapping uncharted lands • Outback Adventures • Outback adventure stories • personal expedition stories • resilience in exploration • South Australian journeys • south seas • Victorian era explorers • vivid landscape descriptions • Western Australia discovery