Lasseter's Diary

Biography & Memoir History Australiana

Lasseter’s Diary, edited by Angus & Robertson, is a classic Australian biography that revives the restless spirit of Harold Bell Lasseter and his fabled gold reef. First released in 1986, this illustrated paperback blends personal journal entries with historical commentary, giving young-adult and adult readers a front-row seat to one of the country’s most enduring outback legends.

The pages are clean, crisp, and free of smoke or storage smells, making the book feel fresh despite its age. Careful handling has kept the spine square and the illustrated plates bright, so every map and photograph can still be enjoyed without distraction.

Collectors of Australian history, true adventure, or frontier autobiographies will appreciate the reliable storytelling Angus & Robertson are known for. Whether you’re chasing lost treasures or simply love a well-preserved slice of the past, Lasseter’s Diary offers a compact, engaging window onto the Red Centre and the man who kept its secrets.