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Author Jardine, Frank Lascelles, 1841-1919
Author Jardine, Alexander
Editor Byerley, Frederick J.
Title Narrative of the Overland Expedition of the Messrs. Jardine from Rockhampton to Cape York, Northern Queensland
Note Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Narrative of the Overland Expedition of the Messrs. Jardine from Rockhampton to Cape York" by Frederick J. Byerley is a historical account chronicling a significant journey taken in the mid-19th century. The book details the expedition undertaken by the Jardine brothers, Frank and Alexander, as they travel overland to establish a cattle station in Cape York, Queensland. Throughout their journey, they encounter numerous challenges, including harsh terrain, unfavorable weather conditions, and conflicts with Indigenous populations. The opening of the narrative begins with a preface that sets the context for this exploration, emphasizing its importance in solving geographical questions related to Northern Australia's rivers. As the brothers commence their journey from Rockhampton in May 1864, they are tasked with driving a herd of cattle while battling the obstacles that nature and circumstance present. The text reveals the careful planning behind their expedition, along with the details of their initial campsites, interactions with the land, and their observations of local flora and fauna. The setting establishes a backdrop of hardship and adventure, foreshadowing the difficulties the Jardine brothers will face as they push toward their destination. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas)
Subject Queensland -- Discovery and exploration
Subject Jardine, Frank Lascelles -- Travel -- Australia -- Queensland
Subject Jardine, Alexander -- Travel -- Australia -- Queensland
Subject Queensland -- Description and travel
Category Text
EBook-No. 4521
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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