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

A highly sought-after multi-disciplinary study of Hobart's iconic mountain, kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Published in 1996 by West Wind Press, this volume explores the mountain through three distinct, powerful 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 Volume is an Invaluable Collector's Target:

• A Tragic Historical Marker: This was the final book Peter Dombrovskis worked on before his tragic death in Tasmania's Western Arthur Range in March 1996, making it a vital, historic piece of his visual legacy.
• Literary & Artistic Crossover: Highly prized by collectors of Richard Flanagan material, mapping his deep lifelong connection to the rugged landscapes of Tasmania.

Condition Details & Production Notes:

• Format: Large-format softcover / paperback.
• Published by West Wind Press, Hobart, 1996. First Edition. 144 pages.
• Dimensions: Approximate size 25cm wide x 30cm tall. Weight: 1.60kg.
• Condition Report: The internal full-color photographic plates remain clean, bright, and tight. The glossy paperback cover shows light surface scratching, scuffing, and minor edge wear. The flexible binding glue along the inner margin of the hinge line is exposed at both the front and rear endpapers, though the text block remains secure. There are some small, faint tan marks along the top outer edge of the page block.

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