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In this comprehensive study, Kenneth Morgan provides an
authoritative account of European exploration and discovery in
Australia. The book presents a detailed chronological overview of
European interests in the Australian continent, from initial
speculations about the 'Great Southern Land' to the major
hydrographic expeditions of the 19th century. In particular, he
analyses the early crossings of the Dutch in the 17th century, the
exploits of English 'buccaneer adventurer' William Dampier, the
famous voyages of James Cook and Matthew Flinders, and the
little-known French annexation of Australia in 1772. Introducing
new findings and drawing on the latest in historiographical
research, this book situates developments in navigation, nautical
astronomy and cartography within the broader contexts of imperial,
colonial, and maritime history.
The new book from the author of the Sunday Times bestseller, Millie
Marotta's Animal Kingdom. Lose yourself in the calming world of
woodland wildlife. Whether it's statuesque pines or a steamy
tropical forest, you will discover a wealth of beautiful and
intriguing creatures that dwell in the world's forests - from
foxes, fireflies and fallow deer to lemurs, leaf frogs and lady
bugs. Millie's much-loved intricate drawing style will be
irresistible for those who love to colour. Meander through a world
of towering trees, leafy canopies, exquisite blossoms and
underground burrows to meet a huge array of animals that make the
woods their home. Featuring species from across the globe, this is
a celebration of the world's forests - vibrant and teeming with
life - guaranteeing hours of relaxation and colouring fun.
The Small Isles comprise the Inner Hebridean islands of Rum, Eigg,
Canna and Muck. The landscapes, rocks and fossils of these
beautiful, remote islands tells of a drama involving erupting
volcanoes, an ancient ecosystem that included dinosaurs and an
ancient desert landscape. The geological history stretches back 3
billion years to the earliest events recorded on Earth. All four
islands owe their origin to a group of three adjacent volcanoes
that were active around 60 million years ago. Rum is the eroded
remains of the magma chamber of one of these volcanoes. Eigg and
Muck are part of the lava field that extends north from the Mull
volcano and Canna lies towards the southern extent of the lavas
that flowed from the Skye volcano. The final event that left a mark
on these islands was the Ice Age that started around 2.4 million
years ago. Its effect on the landscape was profound. The thick
cover of erosive ice shaped the contours of the land into the hills
and glens that we are familiar with today.
Reading Weather provides a quick and simple way to understand how
the atmosphere works, how to interpret and use weather forecasts
before venturing outdoors, and also how to make your own forecast
in the field by observing the changes in the weather. This fully
updated and revised reference will arm you with the meteorological
knowledge necessary to make good decisions on whether to proceed or
retreat in the face of a storm. Also included are helpful
definitions, tables, and simplified graphics of common weather
features.
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