On the Mountain (1996) – Peter Dombrovskis, Richard Flanagan, & Jamie Kirkpatrick [Limited Hardcover Edition]

A rare and highly collectible multi-disciplinary study of Hobart's iconic mountain, kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Published in 1996 by West Wind Press, this monumental volume explores the mountain through three distinct lens: an evocative literary essay by Booker Prize-winning Tasmanian author Richard Flanagan, 50 vibrant landscape photographs by legendary wilderness photographer Peter Dombrovskis, and a detailed ecological natural history survey by Professor Jamie Kirkpatrick. 

Why This Hardcover Edition is Highly Collectible:

• Strictly Limited Print Run: This is a true limited edition copy, hand-numbered from a scarce production run of only 1,500 total hardcover copies printed worldwide.
• A Tragic Historical Marker: This was the final book Peter Dombrovskis worked on before his tragic passing on the Western Arthur Range in March 1996, making it a vital piece of his visual legacy.
• Literary & Artistic Crossover: Highly prized by collectors of early Richard Flanagan material, mapping his deep connection to the rugged Tasmanian landscape.

Condition Details & Production Notes:

• Format: Hardcover with original dust jacket.
• Published by West Wind Press, Hobart, 1996. First Edition. 144 pages.
• Condition Report: This out-of-print copy is in used but generally good condition. The internal full-color photographic plates are clean, bright, and tight. The hardcover boards are crisp with very slight wear to the edges. The original dust jacket shows some light shelfwear and faint scratch marks consistent with long-term careful storage. 
• Please note: We may have additional copies from this limited edition run in stock in similar condition upon request. Individual copy numbers will vary. Please contact the shop directly for multi-copy institutional acquisitions.

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