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The biography chronicles Frank Cobbold's adventurous life, beginning with his journey to sea at age 14. It details his early challenges as a Fijian trader, including a narrow escape from cannibals and surviving a devastating hurricane. Transitioning to Australia, he became a skilled surveyor and respected station manager, overcoming numerous hardships such as droughts and strict land regulations. His resilience and integrity earned him admiration and success in the pastoral industry, ultimately leading him to share his wealth generously.
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The Gifts of Frank Cobbold, Arthur W. Upfield
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- 2015
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- Title
- The Gifts of Frank Cobbold
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Arthur W. Upfield
- Publisher
- ETT Imprint
- Publisher
- 2015
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 280
- ISBN13
- 9781925416220
- Category
- Ethnography, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The biography chronicles Frank Cobbold's adventurous life, beginning with his journey to sea at age 14. It details his early challenges as a Fijian trader, including a narrow escape from cannibals and surviving a devastating hurricane. Transitioning to Australia, he became a skilled surveyor and respected station manager, overcoming numerous hardships such as droughts and strict land regulations. His resilience and integrity earned him admiration and success in the pastoral industry, ultimately leading him to share his wealth generously.