Exploration Fawcett |
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| Author:
| Fawcett, Percy |
| ISBN: | 978-1-84212-468-0 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2001 |
| Publisher: | Orion Publishing Group, Limited
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| Imprint: | Phoenix |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $35.00 |
Book Description:
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The mystic and legendary British explorer Colonel Percy Harrison Fawcett disappeared in the unknown and unexplored territory of Brazil’s Mato Grosso in 1925. For 10 years, he had wandered the forests and death-filled rivers in search of a “lost” cities; convinced he knew the location of one, he headed off for the last time—never to be heard from again. The thrilling story of what occurred during that time has now been compiled by his son from manuscripts,...
More DescriptionThe mystic and legendary British explorer Colonel Percy Harrison Fawcett disappeared in the unknown and unexplored territory of Brazil’s Mato Grosso in 1925. For 10 years, he had wandered the forests and death-filled rivers in search of a “lost” cities; convinced he knew the location of one, he headed off for the last time—never to be heard from again. The thrilling story of what occurred during that time has now been compiled by his son from manuscripts, letters, and logbooks. What happened to him after remains a mystery. “Should be read by everyone.” —Daily Telegraph