Journal Of The Elder Scientific Exploring Expedition, 1891-92 (1893)

The Journal of the Elder Scientific Exploring Expedition, 1891-92 is a book written by David Lindsay and published in 1893. The book is a detailed account of the scientific expedition led by John Elder, a Scottish engineer and shipbuilder, to explore the interior of Australia. The expedition was undertaken with the aim of collecting specimens of flora and fauna, mapping the unexplored regions of the country, and studying the geology and natural history of the area.The book provides a day-by-day account of the expedition, describing the challenges faced by the explorers as they traversed the harsh and unforgiving Australian landscape. It includes detailed descriptions of the plants and animals encountered, as well as the geological features of the area. The book also provides insights into the lives and customs of the indigenous people of Australia, with whom the expedition members had frequent interactions.The Journal of the Elder Scientific Exploring Expedition, 1891-92 is a valuable historical document, providing a glimpse into the scientific exploration of Australia in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Australian exploration, natural history, and anthropology.Equipped Solely At The Cost Of Sir Thomas Elder, For The Purpose Of Completing The Exploration Of Australia, And Placed Under The Control Of The Royal Geographical Society Of Australasia, South Australian Branch.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.