Mawson's Antarctic Diaries (Deluxe First Edition)

Special, deluxe edition with only 200 copies printed.

A magnificent limited edition presentation of Sir Douglas Mawson's extraordinary Antarctic expedition journals, meticulously edited by Fred and Eleanor Jacka. This scholarly work presents the complete diaries from Mawson's legendary Australasian Antarctic Expedition (1911-1914), including his harrowing solo journey that became one of the most remarkable survival stories in polar exploration history.

The Jackas' expert editorial work provides essential context and annotations that illuminate Mawson's scientific observations, personal reflections, and the daily struggles of Antarctic exploration during the Heroic Age. The diaries offer unprecedented insight into the mind of one of Australia's greatest explorers during his most challenging expedition.

Essential reading for polar exploration enthusiasts, Australian history collectors, and anyone interested in firsthand accounts of extraordinary human endurance. Limited editions of significant polar exploration literature consistently appreciate in value among specialist collectors.

Bound in original quarter navy calf and grey cloth in like cloth slipcase. Gilt ruling to covers and lettering to spine. Near fine. A few markings to spine and some mild discolouration to cloth boards. Marks on slipcase near corners. Contents in near fine condition. Fresh, bright, and almost free from imperfections.

First edition. Sydney: Susan Haynes/Allen and Unwin, 1988. Large 8vo. Original quarter calf and cloth in cloth slipcase. Pages: xxiv, 478. 19 illustrations, 74 pages of plates, 4  coloured plates (incl. frontis). 

Provenance: From the library of Warwick H. Williams.

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