Against The Odds

Risbys - Tasmanian timber pioneers 1826-1995

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History of the Risby family, which includes historical aspects of the Tasmanian timber industry. Tells of the establishment of the family as pioneers in Tasmania and discusses free-settler life in the early days of Hobart, shipbuilding, the origins of the Hobart regatta, bush mills and bushfires of the Great Depression. Also explores the recent clashes between the 'Greenies' and representatives of Tasmanian forest industries. Copiously illustrated. Includes references and an index. The author's other books include 'Tasmanian Rogues and Absconders 1803-1875.'.