The Geology of the Commonwealth of Australia (Volume I, Volume II)

Vol I pp [i – ii} iii – xx, 1 – 747 incl. index, Vol II pp [i – ii] iii – iv, 1 – 618 incl. index. #0218

In 1931, David published the Geological Map of the Commonwealth and the accompanying Explanatory Notes, designed to be part of his Geology of the Commonwealth of Australia. He died in 1934 without being able to complete this work and was given a state funeral. The Geology of the Commonwealth of Australia was finally completed by his chosen collaborator, Associate Professor William R. Browne in 1950. (In display cabinet Elizabeth’s Bookshop, 856 Hay Street, Perth CBD 08 94818848)

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