Discover Australia! The Last Explorer: Hubert Wilkins - Australia's Unknown Hero by Simon Nasht (2006)
Discover Australia! The Last Explorer: Hubert Wilkins - Australia's Unknown Hero by Simon Nasht (2006)
Hubert Wilkins was a pioneering explorer from Australia who is largely unknown to the public.
In this book, author Simon Nasht looks at the life and accomplishments of Wilkins, from his early years to his final exploration.
Wilkins was a daring aviator, a renowned Arctic explorer, and a passionate environmentalist.
He was the first to fly over the North Pole and the first to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
He also made significant contributions to the mapping of Antarctica and to the study of the weather and oceanography.
Wilkins was an early advocate of the environmental movement and argued for the conservation of natural resources.
Nasht's book delves into the life of this courageous explorer, offering readers an in-depth look at Wilkins' life and accomplishments.
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