The Huon Pine Story: The History of Harvest and Use of a Unique Timber by Garry Kerr & Harry McDermott

Authors:
Garry J. Kerr and Harry McDermott

Edition:
Second Edition

Publisher:
Mainsail Books, Portland, Victoria, [2004]

Format:
Hardcover with dust jacket

Pages:
299 pages, with illustrations, plans, and portraits
Includes index

ISBN:
9780957791701/0957791704

Condition:
Near Fine – light wear to dust jacket; interior clean, crisp, and well-bound.

Description:
The Huon Pine Story is a richly detailed and visually engaging history of Tasmania’s most iconic timber. Garry Kerr and Harry McDermott trace the harvesting, trade, and craftsmanship of Huon pine from the rugged west coast of Tasmania, highlighting the loggers, boatbuilders, and communities shaped by this unique resource. With firsthand accounts, historical photographs, and technical details, this book stands as the definitive account of a timber that is both culturally and ecologically significant.

Why You'll Love It:
A must-have for those interested in Tasmanian heritage, Australian timber history, or maritime craftsmanship. Beautifully presented and thoroughly researched, it honours the people and landscapes behind a truly rare wood.