AUSTRALIAN COASTAL SHIPPING

Barry M. Pemberton (1979) Very rare vintage First Edition Signed by the Author. FREE POST WITH ANYWHERE IN AUSTRALIA $48

Australian Coastal Shipping is a foundational 1979 historical and geographical text authored by Barry M. Pemberton. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolution, routes, and economic impact of domestic shipping companies operating around the Australian coastline.

Key Focus Areas of the Book

• Corporate Histories: Detailed accounts of the major maritime companies that drove domestic trade and transport.
• Geographical Studies: An in-depth look at how coastal geography and port locations shaped shipping routes.
• Economic Impact: An exploration of how shipping served as a vital, lifeline connection between Australian states prior to the expansion of rail and road networks.
• Vessel Movements: Analysis of the types of cargo (freight and passenger) transported and the development of the Australian merchant fleet.

 

PUBLISHER: Melbourne University Press. Hardcover 245mm x 185mm. 327 pages. Index.  ISBN: 0522841317. Weight: 900g