Anxieties about foreign invasion were taken so seriously in colonial Sydney that glancing round the Harbour one still sees many reminders of obsolete measures. Its just as well no real enemy put Sydneys big guns and forts to the test. The book quotes many scathing appraisals of their uselessness by contemporary experts. But costly and spectacular ......
A big beautiful book with fabulous painting of famous sailing ships, working sail from colonial times, ships at war and modern freighters, by famous sailing ships, working sail from colonial times, ships at war, and modern freighters—illustrated in fabulous colour paintings by Australias best marine artist, perhaps the worlds ......
Originally published in 1944, this biography of Joseph Furphy was written by Miles Franklin. She tells of his multi-faceted life, from 1843 to 1912, including his days as a bullock-driver, and in Victoria building Furphy carts with his brother; of his friends and philosophy and his hopes for humanity and Australia.
Australian Doctors at War Vol 4 The Middle East and Far East 1939 - 1942
Illustrated biographies of doctors who served during the Second World War. The fourth volume in the series Australian Doctors at War, covers the Allied campaigns in North Africa and Syria until the Battle of Alamein, operations in Malaya until the Fall of Singapore, and the expeditionary forces sent by Australia to New Britain, New Ireland, ......
Which is the grandest heritage house still standing in Sydney? This is the book which will make people say “Edina”. Beautifully preserved, but almost unknown, “Edina” is a showpiece, rich in art, ornament and garden features.
One of Shakespeare's most shocking plays, and one of the most widely taught in Australia. This edition includes introduction and notes by Australia's leading Shakespeare experts and photographs from premier Australian productions. These features make this edition the best available for students and general readers.
From the author of Seven Little Australians. Here's the story of a lovely lady who was bringing up three very lovely girls, and the story of a country doctor who was busy with a family of his own. Ethel Turner takes us straight into a young people's world of a hundred years ago. Age 12+
46 unsorted boxes in a damp basement contained the “archives” of one of Australia’s least orthodox media institutions. Amazingly, from those daunting vestiges, Liz Giuffre and Demetrius Romeo wove a compelling book about 2SER and its colourful people. Also a window onto the world outside as it changes.
Colonial firebrand John Harris constructed the archetypal verandah house. Sue Rosen explores his life as a naval surgeon, magistrate, power broker, police chief and explorer who strode through the colony in convict times. She also tells the story of his innovative house, still standing after 205 years.
