The Huon Pine Story - Garry Kerr - Tasmanian Timber History

An extensively researched, definitive history detailing the rugged harvest, river trade, and practical utilization of Huon pine—the iconic timber unique to the wild rivers and rainforests of western Tasmania. 

Written in an engaging narrative style by respected local history recorders Garry Kerr and Harry McDermott, this 299-page volume is packed with direct interviews and first-hand accounts from the old-time piners who lived and worked the rivers. It covers the early convict logging era on the Gordon River, the subsequent decades of freelance piners navigating wild waterways, and the exceptional wooden boatbuilding traditions forged from this highly durable, prized wood. 

Richly illustrated with historical archival photographs, maps, and technical details, this pre-owned softcover copy serves as an essential reference work for woodworking artisans, maritime history enthusiasts, and collectors of Tasmanian wilderness heritage. 

BOOK DETAILS & CONDITION

• Condition: Used. This pre-owned book is in clean, generally good condition with firm binding and light shelf wear, but the top corner of the front cover and first 30 pages have been bent.
• Softcover, 1999

Looking for the clothbound hardback library edition? View our Hardcover Edition of The Huon Pine Story here.

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