Mailman of the Birdsville Track: The Story of Tom Kruse

By Kristin Weidenbach

Book Overview

Biography of Tom Kruse, mailman for twenty years of the Birdsville Track. From 1942 to 1963 Tom battled searing heat, floods, and mechanical breakdowns each fortnight, and was the lifeline to isolated settlements and stations delivering everything from letters to essential supplies. Looks at the Australian outback before the days of easy air access, radio, and reliable vehicles. Includes photos and references.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 073361521X
• ISBN13: 9780733615214
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
• Length: 283 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 0.9" x 6.1"