From Kosciusko to the Sea: A Journey Along the River Murray by P.J. Hurley

Author:
P.J. (Peter Joseph) Hurley, 1893–

Publisher:
Dymock's Book Arcade, Sydney, 1946

Format:
Hardcover (no dust jacket)

Pages:
129 pages, [6] leaves of plates, including illustrations (some in colour) and a colour map on the lining papers

ISBN:
N/A (pre-ISBN publication)

Condition:
Very Good – no dust jacket; light wear to boards, bumping to spine ends and corners. Clean and well-bound internally with vibrant illustrations and map intact.

Description:
An evocative travelogue, From Kosciusko to the Sea traces the course of the River Murray from its snowy beginnings in the Australian Alps to its journey through farmland and outback landscapes, ending at the Southern Ocean. First published in 1946, this richly illustrated volume captures the diverse environments and communities along Australia’s most significant river system. Hurley’s writing combines natural history, cultural observation, and travel narrative, making it a valuable historical and geographical snapshot of postwar Australia.

Why You'll Love It:
This mid-century Australian classic is a beautifully produced account of the River Murray’s journey through landscapes and lives. A must-have for collectors of vintage Australian travel books, river histories, or those fascinated by Australia’s inland waterways.