Cirrus@Austlit

'This is the personal diary of the AAE's Cecil Thomas Madigan Meterologist on the Australasian Antarctic Expedition 1911-14, one of the members of the Western Party, led by Douglas Mawson. Having stayed behind for the unplanned second year, his account is moving and very personal, giving his insight into the life and personalities that inhabited the huts for such a long period of time. The beautifully presented hard back is a limited edition of only 1500 copies, edited and published by Madigan's granddaughter Julia Butler, of the precious diary which is still held by the family, The publication contains 608 pages and many lovely images.' (Publisher's blurb)