Reprint of 1912 book..This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. The author describes the adventure, mystery, and backgroud of this vast area of North Australia and the attempts of the British Empire to settle and tame the area. It contains stories about the area including Cattle Stealers, Murder, the Maylays, a fight with a Python, and many more. A wonderful description about this wild area of Australia, it's people, and place in history. Item now in archival sleeve to preserve and protect condition. ... View More...