"Journals of the Discovery Expeditions to Central Australia and the Departure from Adelaide to King George's Sound in 1840-41: Sent by the South Australian Colonists with the Sanction and Support of the Government: Including an Account of the Manner" by Edward John Eyre is a unique travel record where readers will be able to experience the spirit of discovery and exploration of Australia at the end of the 19th century. The detailed description of difficult areas, encounters with local people and natural conditions make this book an important source for studying the history of geography and the pioneering spirit of the great mother of Australia."