The Cattle King by Ion L Idriess

Book Description

Secondhand. Good condition. Wear to book covers, corners and edges. Interior and binding are still very good. Scatch to spine top. No dust jacket. Book is now enclosed in protective non-adhesive cover.

This engrossing story is an inspiring tribute to the remarkable life of Sir Sidney Kidman, the Cattle King. At thirteen, Sidney Kidman (1857-1935) ran away from home with only five shillings in his pocket. He became a horse dealer, drover, cattle buyer, bush jockey, and coach business.

Above all, Kidman created a mighty cattle empire of more than a hundred stations, fighting droughts, bushfires, floods and plagues of vermin to do so. His enterprise and courage made him a huge fortune and a legend. (Trove)