The Moth Hunters - Aboriginal Prehistory of The Australian Alps

The Moth Hunters – A Journey Through the Aboriginal Prehistory of the Australian Alps.

Delve into the rich Aboriginal history of the Australian Alps with The Moth Hunters, a groundbreaking work by Dr. Josephine Flood. This landmark book combines archaeology, environmental sciences, and documentary studies to offer an unparalleled view of the ancient Aboriginal communities and their relationship with the alpine landscape.

Praised as a "most impressive and important piece of work," The Moth Hunters explores stone tool assemblages, environmental resources, and early European accounts, drawing on Flood's extensive expertise as a climber, archaeologist, and historian.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, bushwalker, or scholar, this definitive book is a captivating tribute to the enduring cultural legacy of Australia's First Peoples.

Features

• Explores the prehistory of the Australian Alps through archaeology, landscape science, and documentary studies
• Authored by Dr. Josephine Flood, a renowned archaeologist and historian
• Praised for its multidisciplinary approach, integrating environmental sciences, ethnography, and historical records
• Includes detailed analyses of Aboriginal tools, environmental resources, and cultural practices

Specifications

• Claimed weight: 0.63 kg
• Dimensions: 21 x 14 x 3 cm
  
• Pages: 488 pages