{"title":"Dave Phoenix","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cstrong\u003eDave Phoenix\u003c\/strong\u003e, an accomplished author and explorer whose writings transport readers to the heart of Australia's vast and intriguing landscapes. Dave Phoenix has meticulously chronicled the journeys of historical figures, inviting readers to retrace the legendary expeditions that have shaped the country’s rich history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is the captivating book \u003cem\u003eFollowing Burke and Wills Across Australia\u003c\/em\u003e, which offers an in-depth look into one of the nation's most famous exploration sagas. In this account, Phoenix details the valiant, though ultimately tragic, expedition of Burke and Wills, illuminating the challenges they faced and the indomitable spirit of discovery that propelled them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach of Dave Phoenix's books in the \u003cstrong\u003eTravel \u0026amp; Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e category invites you to embark on a journey through time, exploring Australia’s rugged outback through the eyes of its pioneering explorers. His narratives are not only educational but also vividly bring to life the landscapes and perils of the trails once tread by these intrepid souls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or simply love a good travelogue, Dave Phoenix's books promise an enriching reading experience, filled with tales of courage and exploration. Dive into his works and discover the indelible impact of these historic journeys on Australia's cultural tapestry.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"following-burke-and-wills-across-australia-by-dave-phoenix-9781486301584","title":"Following Burke and Wills Across Australia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eFollowing Burke and Wills Across Australia\u003c\/i\u003e guides you on a road trip that follows one of history's great transcontinental journeys, sharing the explorers' experiences along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaps lay out a route that takes you as close as possible to the Expedition's track. As you travel the outback roads, you can learn all the details of the day-to-day journey of the Expedition from the explorers' own words and compare what you see with their descriptions of the country in 1860–61.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter provides information about what to see now: the location and descriptions of the markers and memorials placed along the route over the 150 years since the Expedition, and places where you can stand where the explorers stood and look out over prospects they drew and described.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is a perfect companion for those wanting to see outback Australia, and at the same time understand a journey that has attained mythic status in the history of Australian exploration. Even if you want to follow only part of the track, this is the book for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072257999084,"sku":"9781486301584","price":147.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4724413482717.jpg?v=1765089329"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/dave-phoenix.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}