Journal of an Overland Expedition in Australia From Moreton Bay to Port Essington, a distance of upwards of 3000 miles, during the years 1844-1845

"Journal of an Overland Expedition in Australia" by Ludwig Leichhardt is a 19th-century firsthand story of a daring trek across the Australian continent. Setting out from Moreton Bay and aiming for Port Essington, the author recounts a journey exceeding 3,000 miles, full of geographical and botanical details, cultural contexts, and historical perspectives. The journey begins with the team's preparations and departure from Sydney, highlighting the challenges and unfamiliar landscapes that would test them along the way, and introduces readers to the diverse backgrounds of the expedition's members. Throughout arduous weather conditions, navigation problems, and encounters with Indigenous communities, the expedition's narrative captures the spirit of adventure and discovery in a rarely explored land, appealing to an audience who desire adventure, science, and history.