The Last Islands: John Bates

 A detailed and heartfelt history book about a group of islands unlike any other. This book is written for anyone wishing to immerse themselves in the deep and exciting history of the Whitsunday and Cumberland Islands of Australia as a visitor, local, or history enthusiast, rich with local anecdotes, legends and tales, including inspiring photography and the personal touch of a local skipper as the author. It begins with the creation of earth and its natural forms, moving on to acknowledge all those who have discovered, passed through, been shipwrecked, pioneered, developed and inspired the growth of the Whitsundays, concluding with the development of the local town of Airlie Beach and the surrounding islands up to date.