Hardcover with laminated pictorial boards, first edition, 1785gms, 319 pages, dark blue endpapers. The complete story of a unique continent: its history, wildlife, scientific discoveries and resources, richly illustrated with 900 paintings, drawings, maps, diagrams and a collection of rare historical photographs. Book is in very good condition with only very minor general wear and tear and light page discolouration/spotting throughout, otherwise no other pre-loved markings. Book weighs over 1.5kg and may incur additional postage.