Australasian History

Australian designer Ken Cato has gained notoriety as a leading figure on the visual communication scene today. His work is admired for its striking originality and dynamism, and has appeared...

On The Road: The NRMA'S First 75 Years tells the story of how an idea became a great Australian institution. A little over three quarters of a century ago, a...

In the early twentieth century, there was much speculation about what was going on behind the curtains of bohemia. Perils of the Studio reveals how the romance and mythology of...

In the summer of 1888-89, professional photographer Charles Bristow Walker ventured outside his studio into the streets, and captured the splendour of Melbourne at its peak. For over a century...

The author has drawn on primary sources from Australia, South Africa and the United Kingdom to produce a book that encompasses not only Australia's experience of the war, but also...

From the drama of its geological wonders to its unique flora and fauna, the abundance of its birdlife and the stark beauty of its arid interior, Australia's remarkable diversity is...

This is an extraordinary tribute to an extraordinary place, one that will allow the MONA effect to resonate for years to come. The inside story of Australia's most exciting museum....

When Alfred Felton died in 1904 he left [pound]378,033 in trust to the people of Victoria, the income to be split between approved charities and the acquisition of art. 'Without...

Celebrating the people involved in the organization, the landscape they have flown over for 50 years and the spirit of the outback, this text by prize-winning author Robert McDonald and...

The Australian Photographic Gallery is a series of books that explores the Australian landscape in all of its dimensions: natural, cultural and social. Celebrating the talent and the passions of...

The book also offers a thorough bibliography, a full list of AFI awards and a subject index providing easy access to relevant entries. The companion is intended both to celebrate...

The presumption of innocence is the keystone of liberty. Yet it is constantly under attack and is liable to be whittled away, particularly in times of crisis. It is for...

Combining the heroic, the tragic, the bizarre and the humorous, Australia's Pioneers, Heroes & Fools takes you along the intriguing highways and byways of Australian exploration, focusing on the tricks...

Geoffrey Serle is a graduate of the University of Melbourne where he taught history before moving to Monash and the Australian National universities. He was general editor of the "Australian...

On the 11th of November 1934 over 300,000 people gathered on the slopes of Melbourne's Domain to witness the dedication of the Shrine. It was the largest state war memorial...

Herbert Vere Evatt, famous Australian lawyer, politician and intellectual, was one of the key Australian public figures of the twentieth century. In 1930, at the remarkably young age of thirty-six,...

In a journey that took five years to complete, property magnate Richard Buxton circumnavigated Australia by air and sea in an effort to raise public awareness and funds for research...

This authoritative alphabetical reference work covers every major development and significant figure in the history of Australian theatre, from the earliest colonial times to the present day.

This book captures, both in words and stunning photographs, some of the biggest and most memorable moments in the history of Australian sport. They are moments that happened on the...

Biography of "The Voice of Australian Racing", Greg Miles, a must-read for horse racing and sports enthusiasts. Foreword by Bruce McAvaney. Greg Miles My Life Behind the Binoculars is a...

Great food culture starts at home especially when it's from the chef's home kitchen and garden! Be inspired by this unique and visually stunning book, which takes a behind-the-scenes look...

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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand...

NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand...

NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand...

GOLD. THEFT. MURDER. A ROAD TRIP TO DIE FOR. 'An unrelenting page-turner' CHRIS WHITAKER, author of WE BEGIN AT THE END 'A triumph' THE i 'The real star is the...

For Natalie Paull, baking is a gift. It's also a powerful elixir of pleasure, connection, generosity and joy. In Beatrix Bakes , Natalie indulges in baking's sweetest moments with more...

Men at War takes an intimate look at the Australian 2/2nd Pioneer Battalion, which was formed in Victoria in 1940 as Australia entered the Second World War. In 1941 and...

Tim Hurburgh's Tall Poplars:Tales of Tasmania's fabled River Derwent Valley provides a fascinating fresh take from the murkier days of Van Diemen's Land through to today's picturesque Apple Isle. Stories...

WINNER OF THE MILES FRANKLIN LITERARY AWARD HIGHLY COMMENDED FOR THE BARBARA JEFFERIS AWARD 'Deftly traversing time, culture and continent to weave a tale of both home and unbelonging, this...

In this first biography of the man and his music, Jimmy Little: A Yorta Yorta Man tells the incredible story of one of Australia's most acclaimed Aboriginal pop and country...

In Mabu Mabu , charismatic First Nations chef Nornie Bero champions the tastes of native flavours in everyday cooking by unlocking the secrets of Australian herbs, spices, vegetables and fruits....

In Australian Dreamscapes , Claire Takacs showcases the varied gardens found in the Australian landscape, from lush green oases to semi-arid settings. Claire profiles Australian gardens, gardeners and garden designers...

Places We Swim California is a travel guide that explores California's wilderness through swimming, documenting the state's best beaches, hot springs, rivers, lakes, waterfalls and canyons. This beautiful book is...

The first joint biography of Bennelong and Governor Arthur Phillip, two pivotal figures in Australian history - the colonised and coloniser - and a bold and innovative new portrait of...

From Rhodes Scholar to union leader to political powerhouse: how Bobbie became Bob, the iconic PM. The new biography from award-winning historian David Day sheds fresh light on the formative...

WINNER: 2023 WA Premier's Prize for Children's Book of the Year HONOUR BOOK: 2023 CBCA Book of the Year, Eve Pownall Award From a leading expert and talented visual artist...

Featuring plant and bird directories illustrated with superb colour photographs and line drawings, as well as comprehensive planting tables and expert advice, this book has all you need to create...