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The Art of the Boyds

The Art of the Boyds

$25.00 AUD
Author: Patricia Dobrez, Peter HerbstBinding: HardbackPublished: Bay Books, 1990Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: DamagedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerThe Art of the Boyds is a large format hardback book that showcases the...
Philip Gidley King: A Biography of the Third Governor of New South Wales

Philip Gidley King: A Biography of the Third Governor of New South Wales

$25.00 AUD
Author: Jonathan King & John KingBinding: HardbackPublished: Methuen Australia, 1981Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book explores the life and legacy of Philip Gidley King, the governor born...
The Australian Club, Melbourne 1878-1998

The Australian Club, Melbourne 1878-1998

$25.00 AUD
Author: Paul De ServilleBinding: HardbackPublished: Australian Club, 2014Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book chronicles the history of The Australian Club in Melbourne from its inception in 1878...
The Australian People and the Great War

The Australian People and the Great War

$30.00 AUD
Author: Michael McKernanBinding: HardbackPublished: Thomas Nelson, 1980Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book explores the impact of the Great War on Australian society, detailing the experiences of individuals...
Australian Dreaming: 40,000 Years of Aboriginal History

Australian Dreaming: 40,000 Years of Aboriginal History

$30.00 AUD
Author: Jennifer IsaacsBinding: HardbackPublished: Ure Smith Press, an imprint of Weldon International, 1986, ReprintCondition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book explores the rich history of Australia's...
Bendigo its Environs The Way it Was (SIGNED)

Bendigo its Environs The Way it Was (SIGNED)

$30.00 AUD
Author: Ken ArnoldBinding: HardbackPublished: Bendigo Modern Press (Numbered and Signed), 2003Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: SignedThis 208-page hardcover book, published in 2003, offers an illustrated journey through...
Challenging Tradition: A History Of Melbourne Grammar

Challenging Tradition: A History Of Melbourne Grammar

$30.00 AUD
Author: Weston Bate; Penrose HelenBinding: HardbackPublished: Arcadia, 2002Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book provides a comprehensive history of Melbourne Grammar, exploring its traditions and evolution over the...
The Restless Years

The Restless Years

$30.00 AUD
Author: Peter O'Shaughnessy, Graeme Inson, Russel WardBinding: HardbackPublished: Hamlyn House, 1970Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe Restless Years is a rare and heavy book expertly illustrated...
Yan Yean A History

Yan Yean A History

$30.00 AUD
Author: Dianne EdwardsBinding: HardbackPublished: Yan Yean School Council, 1978Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book provides 100 pages of information and photographs on the history of Newcastle,...
The Rush That Never Ended: A History of Australian Mining

The Rush That Never Ended: A History of Australian Mining

$40.00 AUD
Author: Geoffrey BlaineyBinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1964, Reprint with CorrectionsCondition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis book chronicles the extensive history of mining in Australia, detailing the...
Australia's Outback Heritage: Frontier Country (Two-Volume Set)

Australia's Outback Heritage: Frontier Country (Two-Volume Set)

$40.00 AUD
Author: Coupe SheenaBinding: HardbackPublished: Weldon Russell Publishing, 1993, ReprintCondition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis two-volume set explores Australia's rich outback heritage, featuring photo illustrations and detailed accounts of...
The New Gold Mountain: The Chinese In Australia 1901-1921

The New Gold Mountain: The Chinese In Australia 1901-1921

$40.00 AUD
Author: C. F. YongBinding: HardbackPublished: Raphael Arts Pty Ltd / Mitchell Press, 1977Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerThis book is a social history of the...
Tasmanian Year Book 1970 No4 (SIGNED)

Tasmanian Year Book 1970 No4 (SIGNED)

$50.00 AUD
Author: R. LarkinBinding: HardbackPublished: Published by Commonwealth Bureau Census Statistics. Tasmanian Office, Hobart, 1970, 1970Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThe Tasmanian Year Book 1970 provides a comprehensive...
Bold Steady Faithful: the History of 6th Battalion Royal Melbourne Regiment 1854-1993 (SIGNED)

Bold Steady Faithful: the History of 6th Battalion Royal Melbourne Regiment 1854-1993 (SIGNED)

$60.00 AUD
Author: RONALD J AUSTINBinding: HardbackPublished: 6th Battalion Association, 1993Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: SignedThis book chronicles the extensive history of the 6th Battalion Royal Melbourne Regiment from its inception...
The Victorians (Three Volume Set) - Arriving - Settling - Making Their Mark

The Victorians (Three Volume Set) - Arriving - Settling - Making Their Mark

$60.00 AUD
Author: Susan Priestley; Tony Dingle and Richard BroomeBinding: SoftbackPublished: Fairfax, Syme & Weldon Associates, 1984Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerArriving, Settling, Making Their Mark is a captivating...
In Living Memory

In Living Memory

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Frankston: Resort to City

Frankston: Resort to City

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Shadowline: The Dunera Diaries of Uwe Radok

Shadowline: The Dunera Diaries of Uwe Radok

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The Cocos Islands Mutiny

The Cocos Islands Mutiny

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Poor Souls, They Perished: the Cataraqui Australia's Worst Shipwreck

Poor Souls, They Perished: the Cataraqui Australia's Worst Shipwreck

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Australia at War 1939-1945

Australia at War 1939-1945

$15.00 AUD
Author: John RobertsonBinding: HardbackPublished: William Heinemann, 1981Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsAustralia at War 1939-1945 is a detailed pictorial history that chronicles Australia's involvement in...
Old Convict Days

Old Convict Days

$20.00 AUD
Author: William Derricourt; Louis BeckeBinding: SoftbackPublished: Penguin Books, 1975, Facsimilie EditionCondition remarks:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacketPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsOld Convict Days, authored by William Derricourt, provides an insightful...
Melba

Melba

$20.00 AUD
Author: John HetheringtonBinding: SoftbackPublished: Faber & Faber, 1973Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacketPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThis biography explores the life of Nellie Melba, a renowned opera singer from...
Time of Hope: Australia 1966-72

Time of Hope: Australia 1966-72

$20.00 AUD
Author: Donald HorneBinding: HardbackPublished: Angus & Robertson, 1980Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book examines the transformative period in Australia from 1966 to 1972, marked by the rise...
Laughter and the Love of Friends: A Centenary History of the Melbourne Savage Club 1894-1994 and a History of the Yorick Club 1868-1966

Laughter and the Love of Friends: A Centenary History of the Melbourne Savage Club 1894-1994 and a History of the Yorick Club 1868-1966

$70.00 AUD
Author: Joseph JohnsonBinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne Savage Club, 1994, LIMITED PRINT RUNCondition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsLimited print run number 55 of 1500 copies, some minor wear...
3MP Presents The Victoria Story

3MP Presents The Victoria Story

$15.00 AUD
Author: Jack Montgomery; Andrew RutherfordBinding: HardbackPublished: Self-published, 1979Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsBased on the 3MP series narrated by Leonard Teale
Mining Memories an Illustrated Record of Coal Mining in St Helens

Mining Memories an Illustrated Record of Coal Mining in St Helens

$20.00 AUD
Author: Geoff Simm; Ian WinstanleyBinding: SoftbackPublished: St. Helens Metropolitan Borough Council Community Leisure Department, 1990Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book provides an illustrated record of...
Around the Quay: Sketches of Sydney Cove and The Rocks

Around the Quay: Sketches of Sydney Cove and The Rocks

$20.00 AUD
Author: Ngaire SouterBinding: HardbackPublished: Craftsman House, 1989Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThis book features sketches of Sydney Cove and The Rocks, capturing the essence of these...
THE LIBERATORS

THE LIBERATORS

$15.00 AUD
Author: William JoyBinding: HardbackPublished: Golden Press, 1983Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markings-
The Federal Story: The Inner History of the Federal Cause

The Federal Story: The Inner History of the Federal Cause

$20.00 AUD
Author: Alfred DeakinBinding: SoftbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1963, Second EditionCondition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThe Federal Story provides Alfred Deakin's reflections on the struggle to federate Australia....
Journey to Wine in Victoria

Journey to Wine in Victoria

$15.00 AUD
Author: W. S. BenwellBinding: HardbackPublished: Pitman, 1978Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThis book explores the vibrant wine culture of Victoria, including top wineries in...
Never Forget Australia Australia and Villers-Bretonneux 1918-1993

Never Forget Australia Australia and Villers-Bretonneux 1918-1993

$20.00 AUD
Author: Robin S Corfield; Allan BlankfieldBinding: SoftbackPublished: The Villers-Bretonneux 75th Anniversary Pilgrimage, 1994Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: Signed with inscriptionThis book recounts the significant battles fought by Australian...
West of the Tararuas: An Illustrated History of the Wellington and Manawatu Railway Co

West of the Tararuas: An Illustrated History of the Wellington and Manawatu Railway Co

$20.00 AUD
Author: Douglas HoyBinding: HardbackPublished: Southern Press, 1972Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book details the history of the Wellington-Manawatu Railway and explores the significant changes it...
A Century of Compassion

A Century of Compassion

$30.00 AUD
Author: E.W. Gault & Alan LucasBinding: HardbackPublished: Macmillan, 1982Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsA Century of Compassion provides a historical account of the Austin Hospital, detailing its evolution...
Town Life in Australia

Town Life in Australia

$15.00 AUD
Author: Richard Ernest Nowell TwopenyBinding: SoftbackPublished: Penguin Books Australia, 1973, Facsimile EditionCondition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsTown Life in Australia is a reproduction of the original work...
A Pattern of Islands

A Pattern of Islands

$15.00 AUD
Author: Arthur GrimbleBinding: HardbackPublished: John Murray, 1953, ReprintCondition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: DamagedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsA Pattern of Islands is a captivating exploration of the Pacific and Polynesian islands, as...
A Land Half Won

A Land Half Won

$20.00 AUD
Author: Geoffrey BlaineyBinding: HardbackPublished: Macmillan, 1980Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsA Land Half Won is a historical narrative that explores significant events and themes in Australian history. Geoffrey...
NOR FREE, NOR SECULAR

NOR FREE, NOR SECULAR

$25.00 AUD
Author: I.V. HansenBinding: HardbackPublished: Oxford University Press, 1971Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: UnblemishedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous owner- Glue remnant on End-Papers, otherwise internally sound.
The Russian Navy and Australia to 1825. The Days Before Suspicion.

The Russian Navy and Australia to 1825. The Days Before Suspicion.

$15.00 AUD
Author: Glynn BarrattBinding: HardbackPublished: The Hawthorn Press, 1979Condition remarks:Book: Ex-libraryJacket: Wear and tearPages: FEP missingMarkings: Previous ownerThis book explores the historical connections between the Russian Navy and Australia up to...
Volunteers at Heart: The Queensland Defence Forces, 1860-1901

Volunteers at Heart: The Queensland Defence Forces, 1860-1901

$15.00 AUD
Author: D. H. JohnsonBinding: HardbackPublished: University of Queensland Press, 1975Condition remarks:Book: AcceptableJacket: UnblemishedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerThis book delves into the history of the Queensland Defence Force, tracing its...
A Treatise on the Culture of the Vine, and the Art of Making Wine

A Treatise on the Culture of the Vine, and the Art of Making Wine

$50.00 AUD
Author: James BusbyBinding: HardbackPublished: The David Ell Press, 1979, Facsimile EditionCondition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book is a pivotal work in Australian wine history, originally...
FIRST HUNDRED YEARS Scotch College Melbourne 1851 - 1951

FIRST HUNDRED YEARS Scotch College Melbourne 1851 - 1951

$30.00 AUD
Author: G. Harvey Nicholson & D. H. Alexander (editors)Binding: HardbackPublished: The Scotch College Committee, Melbourne, 1952Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacketPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThis book chronicles the first...
Before Kings Cross

Before Kings Cross

$15.00 AUD
Author: Freda MacDonnellBinding: HardbackPublished: Nelson, 1967Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerBefore Kings Cross is a vintage hardcover book that delves into the history and experiences of individuals...
SELECT DOCUMENTS IN AUSTRALIAN HISTORY (Two-Volume Set)

SELECT DOCUMENTS IN AUSTRALIAN HISTORY (Two-Volume Set)

$60.00 AUD
Author: C.M.H. (Manning) ClarkBinding: HardbackPublished: Angus and Robertson, 1962Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThis compilation presents a selection of primary sources that document Australian history from...
Black War: The Extermination of the Tasmanian Aborigines

Black War: The Extermination of the Tasmanian Aborigines

$50.00 AUD
Author: Clive TurnbullBinding: SoftbackPublished: Sun Books, 1974, reprintCondition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis book examines the Black War, a violent conflict between British settlers and the Indigenous...
A Million Wild Acres: 200 Years Of Man & An Australian Forest

A Million Wild Acres: 200 Years Of Man & An Australian Forest

$25.00 AUD
Author: Eric RollsBinding: HardbackPublished: Thomas Nelson, 1981Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: UnblemishedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerA Million Wild Acres: 200 Years of Man and an Australian Forest is a nonfiction book...
Old New Zealand: A Tale of the Good Old Times

Old New Zealand: A Tale of the Good Old Times

$20.00 AUD
Author: Frederick Edward ManingBinding: HardbackPublished: Whitcombe & Tombs, 1964Condition remarks:Book: Ex-libraryJacket: DamagedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerThis book recounts the experiences of Frederick Maning, a Pakeha Maori, during his time...
Paradise of Dissent: South Australia 1829-1857

Paradise of Dissent: South Australia 1829-1857

$100.00 AUD
Author: Douglas PikeBinding: HardbackPublished: Longmans, Green and Co., 1957, First EditionCondition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerDouglas Pike's definitive research on the founding of South...