In this classic work of exploration literature, William John Wills recounts his harrowing journey through the Australian outback in the mid-19th century. Facing extreme weather conditions, hostile wildlife, and the constant threat of starvation, Wills and his companions persevered, ultimately achieving their goal of crossing the continent from Melbourne to the Gulf of Carpentaria. A thrilling and inspiring tale of human achievement in the face of incredible adversity. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.