Australian Sketches

Australian Sketches

Harry Furniss

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120264237
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Australian Sketches: Made On Tour (1902) is a book by Harry Furniss that provides a vivid and detailed account of his travels throughout Australia. The book is a collection of sketches and observations made by Furniss during his journey, which took him from the bustling cities to the remote outback regions of the country. The sketches are accompanied by detailed descriptions and anecdotes that provide a unique insight into the culture, people, and landscapes of Australia at the turn of the 20th century. The book is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and provides a valuable historical record of Australia during this time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Australian history, travel, or culture.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.

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