The Calvert Scientific Exploring Expedition: Australia, 1896 (1905)

By J G Hill

Book Overview

The Calvert Scientific Exploring Expedition: Australia, 1896 (1905) is a book written by J.G. Hill. The book is a detailed account of the scientific expedition that took place in Australia in 1896. The expedition was led by Frank Calvert, an English archaeologist, and was aimed at exploring the natural history and geology of the continent.The book provides a comprehensive description of the expedition, including the route taken, the various scientific discoveries made, and the challenges faced by the team. The author also provides detailed information on the flora and fauna of the areas explored, as well as the geological formations and mineral resources found.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the expedition. The first chapter provides an introduction to the expedition and the team members. The subsequent chapters cover topics such as the journey to Australia, the exploration of the Great Barrier Reef, the study of the Australian flora and fauna, and the geological survey of the continent.The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs, providing readers with a visual representation of the expedition and its findings. Overall, The Calvert Scientific Exploring Expedition: Australia, 1896 (1905) is a fascinating account of a significant scientific expedition and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the natural history and geology of Australia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120732549
• ISBN13: 9781120732545
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"