The Big Rivers: Murray, Murrumbidgee, Darling by Max Colwell, Photography by Peter Finch (1978)

Author: Max Colwell (1926–2012)
Photographer: Peter Finch (Peter David Finch, b. 1940)
Publisher: Rigby, Adelaide, 1978
Format: Hardcover, 199 pages, illustrated with photographs throughout
ISBN: 9780727003980 / 0727003984
Condition: Very Good – light wear to dust jacket; internally clean and well-presented
Type of Book: Australian Regional and Travel History / Photographic Book

Subjects:
• Murray River & Valley (NSW–SA) – Description and travel
• Murrumbidgee River & Valley (NSW & ACT) – Description and travel
• Darling River & Valley (Qld & NSW) – Description and travel

Summary:
A richly illustrated journey along three of Australia’s most significant inland rivers: the Murray, the Murrumbidgee, and the Darling. Max Colwell’s text captures the history, culture, and natural beauty of these waterways, while Peter Finch’s photography offers a vivid visual portrait of the landscapes, communities, and wildlife that thrive along their banks.

Why you’ll love this book:
Perfect for lovers of Australian river heritage and landscape photography, this book combines accessible history with stunning imagery. A beautiful keepsake for anyone with ties to the Murray–Darling river system or a passion for Australia’s inland waterways.