History

Two volumes in one! This is a complete, two-volume set of one of the greatest books on 19th century Japanese history and culture. Though Lafcadio Hearn went on to write...

This book tells the story of Bali the "paradise island of the Pacific" its rulers and its people, and their encounters with the Western world. Bali is a perennially popular...

In just fifty years, South Korea has transformed itself from a failed state, ruined and partitioned by war and decades of colonial rule, into an economic powerhouse and a democracy...

Sultans, Spices, and Tsunamis: The Incredible Story of the World's Largest Archipelago Indonesia is by far the largest nation in Southeast Asia and one of the largest countries in the...

The Soviet Union is gone, but its ghostly traces remain, not least in the material vestiges left behind in its turbulent wake. What was it really like to live in...

A panoramic history of the Muslim world from the age of the Prophet Muammad to the birth of the modern era. This book describes and explains the major events, personalities,...

A dazzling new history of the Indian subcontinent and its diverse peoples in global context from antiquity to today Much of world history is Indian history. Home today to one...

A groundbreaking history of how the Black Death unleashed revolutionary change across the medieval world and ushered in the modern age. In 1346, a catastrophic plague beset Europe and its...

How deadly germs and pandemics have shaped history - and why they are products of our success as a species. Plagues upon the Earth is a monumental history of humans...

Empires, until recently, were everywhere. They shaped borders, stirred conflicts, and set the terms of international politics. With the collapse of empire came a fundamental reorganisation of our world. Decolonisation...

Amazons--fierce warrior women dwelling on the fringes of the known world--were the mythic archenemies of the ancient Greeks. Heracles and Achilles displayed their valor in duels with Amazon queens, and...

A definitive new history of the origins, evolution, and scope of the ancient Greek city-state The Greek polis , or city-state, was a resilient and adaptable political institution founded on...

From the glory of coronation regalia to coins, from imposing statues to stamps, from distinguished medals to monuments, and from beautiful artworks to the abdication document and its ensuing constitutional...

What qualities enabled George Washington-celebrated as the 'father of his country'-to lead a sometimes ramshackle army to victory in the American Revolutionary War and then serve with distinction as the...

Exceptionally high-quality photography distinguishes this unique survey of the 360 global landmarks identified by UNESCO as worthy of preservation. From the Great Wall of China to Serengeti National Park, this...

Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution and its aftermath, ROUGH CROSSINGS is the gripping, astonishing epic of the struggle for freedom by tens of thousands of slaves who...

An excitingly revisionist history of bibliophilia, from the celebrated author of This is Shakespeare 'A fascinating journey into our relationship with the physical book...I lost count of the times I...

An ideal gift for anyone with an intrigue for geographical curiosities. Defined as sovereign states with a very small population, land area, or both, microstates serve as fascinating case studies...

Discover the stories of Britain's greatest ghosts and ghouls with this spooky supernatural page turner, the perfect gift this Halloween. Supported by the National Trust, who look after many of...

The dramatic story of the largest voyage of discovery in the history of the world -- and the last such all-sail convoy. Headed by the controversial Lieutenant Charles Wilkes, and...

History has portrayed Australia's First Peoples, the Aboriginals, as hunter-gatherers who lived on an empty, uncultivated land. History is wrong. In this seminal book, Bruce Pascoe uncovers evidence that long...

Author: J. Herman Randall And J. Gardner SmithBinding: HardbackPublished: E. W. Cole, 1910Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Bumping on...

Author: M. V. PeacockBinding: HardbackPublished: PATERSONS PRINTING PRESS LTD., 1935Condition:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Faded and yellowed boards. Bumping...

Author: Max WearneBinding: HardbackPublished: The Author Sydney, 2005Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: Signed with inscriptionMax Wearne's The Life Of Guy Menzies: The Forgotten Flyer chronicles the remarkable yet overlooked...

Author: Robert Brown, M.A.Binding: HardbackPublished: CASSELL, PETTER, GALPIN & CO., 1876Condition:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Brown boards...

Author: Walter Thornbury; Edward WalfordBinding: HardbackPublished: Cassell and Company, Limited, 1890Condition:Book: AcceptableJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: Brown cloth...

Author: Robert Henderson Croll In Collaboration With Roland R. WettenhallBinding: HardbackPublished: Melb. Robertson & Mullens, 1937Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings:...

Author: Andrew Wilson With Di PearsonBinding: HardbackPublished: Everything Everything Pty Ltd. Hobart, 2020Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: Slipcase: GoodPages: GoodMarkings: SignedCondition remarks: Number 25 of 500 copies. Faded spine. Blue Water Classics;...

Author: Alan GregoryBinding: HardbackPublished: Hyland House, 1998Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: YellowedMarkings: SignedCondition remarks: Cloth in good condition. Slight lean to book. Alan Gregory's The Ever Open Door: A History...

Author: Elizabeth BurchillBinding: PaperbackPublished: Spectrum, Australia, 1984Condition:Book: FairJacket: N/APages: GoodMarkings: SignedCondition remarks: Name on FEP. Faded spine and creased cover. The Paths I've Trod presents the remarkable autobiography of a...

Author: Helen MaxBinding: PaperbackPublished: Makor, 2001Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: Signed with inscriptionCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageThis poignant photographic essay chronicles the life of a Holocaust survivor,...

This gripping audio pack provides genuine historical recordings of 20 of the most significant speeches of the 20th century and is accompanied by a deluxe illustrated book containing the transcripts...

Whether you are a stadium spectator or an armchair enthusiast, keep up with the action and drama at the 2004 Games. Packed with breathtaking sports photography, commentary and trivia-busting lists...

The book titled Dictionary of Battles: The World's Key Battles from 405 BC to Today by the author David Chandler. This is a secondhand book. Please contact us for more...

The book titled Guinness Bk Records 43e (Aust Limp) by the author Peter Matthews. This is a secondhand book. Please contact us for more information about this title.

Author: Robert Edwin HerzsteinBinding: PaperbackPublished: Paragon House, New York, 1989Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Minor wear on spine and corners. Waldheim:...

Author: Hans Johannes HoeferBinding: PaperbackPublished: Apa Productions, 1986Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Minor wear on cover. This comprehensive travel guide, Insight...

Author: Niall BrennanBinding: HardbackPublished: The Hawthorn Press, Melbourne, 1973Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsChronicles Of Dandenong presents a compelling historical account of a vibrant Australian community, tracing its...

Author: W. E. Stanton HopeBinding: HardbackPublished: Thomas Nelson & Sons Ltd., 1111Condition:Book: AcceptableJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: FEP missingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Tanning and...

Author: Arthur MeeBinding: HardbackPublished: Hodder and Stoughton Ltd., 1941Condition:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: Yellowed and faded spine....

Author: Tom BerginBinding: HardbackPublished: ABC, 1981Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerThis compelling historical account chronicles the ill-fated 1860-61 expedition across Australia, meticulously tracing the ambitious yet...

Author: Peter YuleBinding: HardbackPublished: Halstead Press, Rushcutters Bay, 1999Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe Royal Children's Hospital: A History Of Faith, Science And Love chronicles the remarkable journey...

Author: Eddie Condon And Hank O'NealBinding: HardbackPublished: Galahad Books, 1973Condition:Book: FairJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Pink board with rubbing on edges. DJ repaired with tapes....

Author: Hugh V. ClarkeBinding: PaperbackPublished: Bolinda Press, 1991Condition:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacketPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Worn cover with faded and creased spine. Clean text....

Author: Francis ChichesterBinding: HardbackPublished: Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1967Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Yellowed, price clippedMarkings: No markingsFrancis Chichester's Gipsy Moth Circles The World chronicles the extraordinary true story of...

Author: John KerrBinding: HardbackPublished: MacMillan, Melbourne, 1978Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: GoodMarkings: No markingsMatters For Judgment presents an intimate and compelling account of John Kerr's life,...