Folklore Of Australia
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Walter Stone
Binding: Hardback
Published: Reed Books, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Previous owner bookplate inside, dust jacket has tanning along spine, very light foxing to page edges
This comprehensive non-fiction work compiles and presents the rich tapestry of Australian folklore, offering a deep dive into the myths, legends, and traditional tales that have shaped the nation's cultural identity. It meticulously documents stories from both Indigenous Australian traditions and the diverse narratives brought by settlers, encompassing bush legends, convict lore, and urban myths. The volume illuminates the unique character of Australian storytelling, revealing how these narratives reflect the landscape, history, and spirit of its people. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the cultural heritage and oral traditions of Australia.
Author: Walter Stone
Binding: Hardback
Published: Reed Books, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Previous owner bookplate inside, dust jacket has tanning along spine, very light foxing to page edges
This comprehensive non-fiction work compiles and presents the rich tapestry of Australian folklore, offering a deep dive into the myths, legends, and traditional tales that have shaped the nation's cultural identity. It meticulously documents stories from both Indigenous Australian traditions and the diverse narratives brought by settlers, encompassing bush legends, convict lore, and urban myths. The volume illuminates the unique character of Australian storytelling, revealing how these narratives reflect the landscape, history, and spirit of its people. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the cultural heritage and oral traditions of Australia.