Bibliograph

Forty fathoms deep, [by] Ion L. Idriess

Type

Label

Forty fathoms deep, [by] Ion L. Idriess

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

fiction

Main title

Forty fathoms deep

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Responsibility statement

[by] Ion L. Idriess

Series statement

Pacific books

Summary

Forty Fathoms Deep is part of the story of the pearl seas of north-western Australia. In all but a few instances, I have used names well known in the pearl world of Broome, but have taken care not to hurt susceptibilities. I am conscious I have only gleaned in a field rich with romance. There is material for many books in the adventurous lives of the men who have built up the history and industry of Broome. It is to be hoped that someone more persuasive than I will induce them to sit down and write, or, failing that, sit and talk for the enlightenment and entertainment of fellow Australians. I am greatly indebted to numerous friends in Broome who have helped me with material and who went to such pains to get for me authentic data. Hail and farewell, with a warm heart, to Con and old Sebaro, and to all the divers and tenders and seamen who were so patient at explaining the many things I desired to see and know. To all, a fair wind and a hungry market when the fleets put to sea!

Target audience

adult

Classification

Contributor