Man and the Murray by Peter S. Davis (1978)

Author: Peter S. Davis
Publisher: New South Wales University Press, Kensington, NSW
Publication Date: 1978
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Pages: 122 pages + 32 pages of colour plates
ISBN: 9780909465766 / 0909465762
Dimensions: 27 cm
Bibliography: Pages [116]–122

Condition:
Very good – light wear to dust jacket; internally near fine with clean, bright pages and tight binding.

Description:
Man and the Murray by Peter S. Davis explores the environmental, historical, and social relationship between Australians and the Murray River system. Illustrated with colour plates, graphs, maps, and archival images, this 1978 publication discusses the management of the river’s natural resources, its historical significance, and the challenges posed by development and conservation.

Well-researched and visually engaging, the book provides a comprehensive view of one of Australia’s most vital and complex waterways.

Why You’ll Love It:
A must-have for anyone interested in Australia's river systems, environmental history, or regional heritage. The Murray River’s story is one of beauty, tension, and resilience—and this volume brings it vividly to life.

Note: Weight includes packaging to ensure protection of the dust jacket and plates during delivery.