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A culture of support and exchange both on the water and in the pearl sheds contributed to a unique human enrichment. Diverse social communities developed as many laboured and lost their lives at sea in search of the elusive treasure.
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pearling and australia
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128 pages
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28 February 2018
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Summary
The raw, alluring beauty of the pearl and the stories of those who collected it form a fascinating part of Australia’s national heritage. The Aboriginal trade and cultural significance of the magnificent Pinctada pearl shell had been well established before the arrival of ambitious European and Asian fortune seekers to the northern reaches of the country. Pearling quickly became a ruthless and illustrious industry spanning from Shark Bay to the Torres Strait Islands.
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Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781925040333 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 192504033X |
| Author: | Ms Tanya Edwards, Ms Sarah Yu |
| Publisher: | Western Australian Museum |
| Imprint: | Western Australian Museum |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 128 |
| Release Date: | 28 February 2018 |
| Weight: | 626g |
| Dimensions: | 23mm x 343mm x 232mm |
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