The Shipwreck: The True Story of the Dunbar, the Disaster That Broke the Colony's Heart and Forged a Nation's Spirit

by Larry Writer

The epic story of one of Australia's greatest maritime disasters, the wreck of the Dunbar.

The Dunbar was one of the most advanced and celebrated sailing ships of the mid-19th century. Built to carry passengers in speed and luxury on the long route from Britain to Australia, it was the Titanic of its day.

Late at night on 20 August 1857, after an 81-day voyage from Plymouth, the Dunbar was caught by...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 176087910X
• ISBN13: 9781760879105
• Release Date: August 2022
• Publisher: Allen & Unwin
• Length: 352 Pages