Gallipoli - by Mat McLachlan (Paperback)

About the Book

The essential travel companion for anyone visiting Gallipoli.

Book Synopsis

Each year, thousands of Australians visit Gallipoli to pay homage and see where their forebears fought, suffered and died. Anzac Cove, Quinn's Post, Lone Pine - the iconic places where our national legend was forged. In this essential and authoritative guide, practical information is combined with historical detail, alongside revealing and often heartrending quotes from the letters and diaries of the Anzacs themselves. - Detailed easy-to-follow plans for walking and driving tours across the main battlefields - Maps, photos and historical commentary to put the campaign in context - Everything you need to know where to go, where to stay and how to get there. Walk where the Anzacs walked, see where they fought and marvel at their courage.

Review Quotes

'Burroughs writes brilliantly, with an effortless energy, wit and honesty...' Sydney Morning Herald '...readers accustomed to his heady cocktail of fizzy humor and epiphanic poignancy won't be disappointed.' Publisher's Weekly 'Like the alcohol he so enjoys, Burroughs' story of getting dry will go straight into your bloodstream and leave you buzzing, exhilarated, and wiped out.' Kirkus 'Burroughs' gift is for being both comic and poignant...' Adelaide Advertiser '...a stylish memoir about a messy life.' Who Weekly 'Very funny, sad, poignant and absolutely original.' Daily Telegraph