Shark Bay Through Four Centuries, 1616 to 2000 By Hugh Edwards

Author: Hugh Edwards
Publisher: Shark Bay Shire
Place Published: Shark Bay, Western Australia
Year: 1999
Format: Softcover
Pages: 415 pages
ISBN: 0957754000
Type of Book: Western Australian History / Local History / Maritime & Regional History

Description

Shark Bay Through Four Centuries, 1616 to 2000 is a substantial local history by Hugh Edwards, written and published for the Shark Bay Shire. Released in August 1999 to mark the 300th anniversary of William Dampier naming Shark Bay in 1699, this volume traces the region’s history across four centuries.

Richly illustrated with photographs, maps and portraits, the book explores Shark Bay’s maritime history, European exploration, settlement, natural environment, community life and regional development. It is an important reference for those interested in Western Australian history, coastal communities, local government history and the heritage of one of Australia’s most distinctive regions.

Includes recommended reading and index.

Condition

Used softcover. Creasing to covers. Internally near fine.

Why You’ll Love It

A detailed and well-illustrated regional history of Shark Bay, ideal for collectors of Western Australian local history, maritime history, exploration, genealogy and community heritage.