Cowboy Heaven: The Townsends in Florida and the Northern Territory by Peter and Sheila Forrest (2012)

Publisher: Shady Tree, Darwin, N.T., 2012
Format: Hardcover (Large format)
Pages: v, 258 pages : illustrations, portraits
Dimensions: 26 x 29 cm
ISBN: 9780987129550
Condition: Very Good – Owner’s name inside cover, light wear to boards, internally fine.

Description:
This large-format illustrated biography traces the extraordinary journey of the Townsend family—American cattle ranchers who forged deep roots in both Florida and the Australian Northern Territory. With historical insight and personal stories, Peter and Sheila Forrest detail the family’s transition from the cowboy country of the U.S. to the rugged outback of Stapleton Station near Adelaide River. Rich with archival photographs, oral histories, and genealogical detail, this book is both a tribute to pioneering spirit and a rare dual-continental account of cattle-ranching heritage.

Why You’ll Love It:
A compelling and unusual blend of Australian and American pastoral history, Cowboy Heaven will appeal to readers interested in family histories, ranching culture, and the shared narratives of settlers across hemispheres. An essential volume for genealogy researchers and outback enthusiasts.