The Coral Sea

Book • 1949
The Coral Sea by Alan Villiers is a detailed historical account of the diverse characters and events that shaped the Coral Sea region, including explorers, outlaws, desperados, runaway whalemen, beachcombers, treacherous wooders, blackbirders, and missionaries.

The book is richly illustrated with maps by Stephen J. Voorhies and numerous historic photographs, offering a vivid portrayal of the action and adventure that unfolded in the waters of Australia and Oceania.

It is the fourth volume in the 'Oceans of the World' series and was first published in 1949.

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