The Duracks of Argyle: A Summary of a Pioneering Venture and the Years 1852–1950 in Kimberley, Western Australia by Patsy Millett (2008, Softcover)

Author: Patsy Millett
Publisher: Access Press, Bassendean, Western Australia
Format: Softcover
Pages: viii, 89 pages
ISBN: 9780864451828/0864451822
Language: English
Condition: Very Good – clean and bright, with only minimal signs of wear

Description
The Duracks of Argyle is a concise yet compelling account of the Durack family’s pioneering legacy in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. Patsy Millett, drawing on family records and historical research, charts the Duracks’ journey from early settlement in 1852 through to 1950, capturing their role in developing the pastoral industry, their encounters with Aboriginal communities, and the shaping of Argyle Downs. Illustrated with historical photographs, maps, and portraits, this book serves as both a family biography and a regional history.

Why You’ll Love It
Ideal for readers of Kimberley history, Australian pioneering stories, or those interested in the legacy of the Durack family (including Mary Durack, author of Kings in Grass Castles). Millett’s work is accessible and informative—an excellent introduction or complement to deeper studies of the Australian frontier.