Adam Courtenay presents Mr Todd's Marvel

In his book Mr Todd’s Marvel: How One Man Telegraphed Australia to the Modern World (Woodslane Press, 2023) Adam Courtenay tells the inspiring story of Sir Charles Todd, the visionary astronomer and scientist who led the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line – one of Australia’s greatest engineering feats.

Spanning thousands of kilometres from Adelaide to Darwin, it connected Australia to the rest of the world in 1872, transforming communication across the continent. The book describes Todd’s ambition, the hardships endured by his team, and the lasting impact of this incredible project on Australia’s development and global connectivity. It’s both a tribute to a pioneering mind, and a gripping account of overcoming nature, distance, and doubt.

By the bestselling author of The Ship That Never Was, The Ghost and the Bounty Hunter, Three Sheets to the Wind and his recent memoir, My Father Bryce.

Join us at the Ku-ring-gai Historical Society on Saturday 18 July as Adam Courtenay brings to life the story of this remarkable man and his achievements.

Free entry, no booking required. You are welcome to stay for refreshments and a chat following the presentation.

Adam will have copies of Mr Todd’s Marvel available at the special price of $25 (cash, cards or mobile wallet).