Matthew Flinders in South Australia "In 1801 a large portion of the Australian coast from Western Australia to Victoria was still unexplored. It became the duty of a 27 year old naval commander, Matthew Flinders, to chart the area and also establish whether the Australia continent comprised two islands or that a river entered the region from a vast inland sea as was thought by many at the time. Author Neville Collins' account of Flinders' experiences, between 26 January and 19 April 1802, while navigating the coastline between South Australia is complemented by numerous maps, diagrams and photographs which should add to other publications about one of the greatest navigators of the era, and be required reading for those interested in exploration, South Australia and maritime history"--Cover description. |
