The Australian Explorers: Their Labours, Perils, and Achievements Being a Narrative of Discovery from the Landing of Captain Cook to the Centennial Year

"The Australian Explorers: Their Labours, Perils, and Achievements" by George Grimm is a historical narrative from the 1800s that recounts Australia's exploration, starting with Captain Cook and continuing to the centennial year. The book follows the courageous explorers who charted and learned about the Australian continent, portraying their experiences in an informative and interesting way for readers wanting to learn about Australia's past. The beginning highlights the importance of remembering the courageous acts and difficult experiences that defined Australia's early exploration. The author stresses that it is vital to preserve the legacy of these explorers, who frequently put their lives at risk in isolated and harsh environments. Grimm explains his personal reasons for writing down these stories, thinking back to his own travels through areas first explored by these pioneering individuals, as well as introducing the importance of exploration in molding Australia, laying the foundation for detailed descriptions of various expeditions later in the book.