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A Past Gem

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February–March 1984, no. 58

The Mammals of Australia by John Gould

Macmillan, $90.00 hb, 416 pp

A Past Gem

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February–March 1984, no. 58

John Gould, English scientist, came to Australia in 1838 with the object of obtaining additional specimens to continue preparation of his work describing the birds of Australia. While here, he travelled extensively throughout south-eastern Australia between 1838-1840 and, naturally, spent time recording his observations on mammals.

The Mammals of Australia

The Mammals of Australia

by John Gould

Macmillan, $90.00 hb, 416 pp

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