The Whalers of Tangalooma by David Jones

Author:
David Jones

Publisher:
Nautical Association of Australia, Melbourne, 1980

Format:
Softcover

Pages:
55 pages, with illustrations and map

ISBN:
0959907912

Condition:
Very Good – clean and tightly bound with only light general wear.

Description:
The Whalers of Tangalooma offers a concise and well-researched account of the Queensland whaling industry, with a particular focus on the Tangalooma whaling station, which operated on Moreton Island near Brisbane from 1952 to 1962. David Jones traces the development, practices, and eventual decline of the operation, shedding light on an often overlooked part of Australia's maritime and environmental history. Includes illustrations, a map, and a bibliography for further reading.

Why You'll Love It:
Ideal for collectors of Australian maritime history, this compact volume presents a focused look at Queensland's whaling past. A rare and informative title that captures a critical moment in Australia’s coastal industry and conservation history.