David Howie : Devil or Saint?

Jamala Press, Australia, 2003. First Edition. Trade Paperback. Very Good. Trade Paperback. 186 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Jamala Press, Australia, 2003. First Edition. *** CONDITION: This book is in very good condition. More specifically: Covers have no creasing. Corners of covers are moderately bumped. Spine is uncreased. . Pages are lightly creased. *** ABOUT THIS BOOK: A biography of David Howie, a man who became a household name in Australia in 1845 as a result of his involvement in the rescue of survivors of the shipwreck of the Cataraqui on King Island - Australia's worst sea tragedy on record. Researched over many years in England, Scotland and Australia this book tells the story of a man who became a legend in his country of forced adoption. This is the story of his life; his family and the era in which he grew to manhood; his court trials and subsequent banishment from his homeland; his experiences half way across the world in an unknown and feared convict colony. The story is one of crime, passion, wrecked ships, attempted murder, sealers, pirates, Aborigines, graft and incredible bravery. He rescued the survivors of the Cataraqui wreck on King Island, Australia's worst sea tragedy on record. He was awarded the title of Straits Constable by the government of the day in order to police the islands of Bass Strait. *** Quantity Available: 1. Category: Biography & Autobiography; ISBN: 1876913088. ISBN/EAN: 9781876913083. Inventory No: 21070017.. 9781876913083