This Vanishing World the Photography of Olegas Truchanas Minerals His is a story of

His is a story of high adventure and achievement in an Australia that few would now recognize or acknowledge

native-hens and cheeky Black currawong

illustrated with superb photographs

habitat and food preferences

and from 1832 to 1833 to Dr William de Little at Macquarie Harbour

This Vanishing World the Photography of Olegas Truchanas Minerals His is a story ofFor twenty years, Olegas Truchanas explored Tasmania's remote South West, with great physical and mental endurance. His photographic skill enabled him to share his personal experiences with others. Born in 1923, Olegas grew up in Lithuania, a country invaded three times by two different nations. In January 1949, he migrated to Australia, and after a month at a displaced persons camp in Victoria, moved to Tasmania. Motivated by a love of nature and