Science: Men on Ice in Antarctica
Melbourne: Lothien Publishing Company, 1978. Octavo, illustrated printed wrappers, 104 pp.; illustrated throughout with black-and-white photographs, maps and graphs. Tail end of corners slightly bumped, small mark on fore-edge of text block, faint crease on first leaf; otherwise a near-fine copy. First edition, signed by the author. Part of the Australian Life Series of books, this slim but informative volume by Australian writer John Béchervaise examines the history of Australia's involvement in the Antarctic, what it is like to live and work there, and the nature of the scientific research carried out in the region. Item #4700
Previously owned by Warren and Bunty Bothyton. An inscription reads: "Warren + Bunty With affection John October 1978"
Price (AUD): $70.00