Peter FitzSimons Military History 3 Book Set Tobruk Mawson Villers ANZAC

by Peter FitzSimons

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Peter FitzSimons Military History 3 Book Set Tobruk Mawson Villers ANZAC Includes The Following Titles: Mawson - 2011 1st Edition Tobruk - 2006 1st Edition Victory at Villers-Bretonneux - 2016 1st Edition Published by William Heinemann & Harper Collins - Hardcover Books With Dustjackets Peter FitzSimons’ compelling narrative style brings Australian history vividly to life in this engaging three-volume set, comprising Mawson and the Ice Men of the Heroic Age, Tobruk, and Victory at Villers-Bretonneux. Each work reflects FitzSimons’ gift for blending meticulous research with highly readable storytelling, drawing the reader into defining moments of endurance, conflict, and national identity. From the frozen extremes of Antarctic exploration to the brutal theatres of war, these volumes collectively chart extraordinary chapters in Australia’s past. Mawson explores the perilous expeditions of Douglas Mawson alongside Scott, Shackleton, and Amundsen, capturing the heroism and hardship of Antarctic discovery. Tobruk recounts the resilience of Australian forces during the WWII siege, highlighting the spirit of mateship under relentless pressure. Victory at Villers-Bretonneux turns to World War I, detailing the pivotal ANZAC role in reclaiming the French town in 1918—an event still remembered with deep gratitude and historical significance. All three books are well-presented hardcover editions with dust jackets, forming a cohesive and visually appealing set for collectors or readers of

• Publisher: William Heinemann & Harper Collins
• Year: 2006
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good

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