Derek Law Bibliography

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BURCHETT, Wilfred. Pacific Treasure Island, New Caledonia: Voyage Through its Land and Wealth, the Story of its People and Past. 230p., illus. Melbourne: Cheshire, 1941.

First published shortly before Japan’s entry into World War II, this second edition was issued eight months into the war. The author was a rising star of Australian journalism, and here writes of his travels through New Caledonia, describing the island’s history and people. Gives an eyewitness account of the Free French coup of August 1940 and the role played by Adelaide.