Best known for his "Australian Slanguage", Hornadge this time writes of all those from settlement to the present who have sought their own idea of Paradise, either on our shores or on such famous expeditions as those to Paraguay. This is a bible of beachcombers and Paradise hunters, from Mary Gilmore to Cedar Bay Bill.
The full-colour guide to over 70 fantastic activities and tours
How can you have more fun in Sydney? Get out there and have an adventure! From hang gliding to Mardi Gras, nosing round the Opera House to climbing the Bridge, Sydneys Best Adventures has something for everyone, featuring over 70 adventures divided into nine different sections, with over 150 full-colour...
The south coast of WA is a walkers paradise - known for a wide variety of dramatic hiking from significant hill country to some of Australias most beautiful beaches. This brand new guide in Australias bestselling walking guide series introduces some forty walks (plus many suggestions for varying them).
Details 40 walks in this much-loved area. Each details the distance, grade and estimated duration, and is accompanied by an accurate full-colour map. Includes child-friendly walks, snippets about the region’s history and wildlife and over 150 full-colour photos complementing the text. Includes classic walks, as well as some that few know exist.
Sydney is surrounded by some of Australia's most beautiful national parks and wilderness areas, and one of the world's most spectacular coastlines. Details of over 250 amazing places to swim, all within a 3 hour drive of the city, ideally suited to day trips and weekends away for Sydney residents and the 60 million annual tourists. Every rock pool ......
Melbourne boasts a huge range of beautiful environments, making the city and the country around it perfect for exploring on foot. Melbournes Best Bush, bay & City Walks, joining the hugely successful walking guides series from Woodslane Press, introduces the best walks for visitors and residents alike....
The story of John Devoy's 1876 Catalpa rescue is a tale of heroism, creativity, and the triumph of independent spirit in pursuit of freedom. This work tells the story from John Devoy's own records and from the ship's logbooks. It includes an introduction by Terry Golway and the personal diaries, letters, and reports from John Devoy and his men.