The Land Boomers
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: Michael Cannon
Binding: Paperback
Published: Melbourne University Press, 1973
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image, some creasing along spine and general wear from use
This historical non-fiction work by Michael Cannon meticulously chronicles the speculative frenzy that gripped Melbourne during the 1880s, known as the land boom. It details the audacious schemes, the rapid rise of fortunes, and the inevitable collapse that followed, plunging many into ruin. Cannon uncovers the intricate web of politicians, financiers, and ordinary citizens caught in the speculative bubble, illustrating the social and economic impact of unchecked ambition. The narrative presents a vivid picture of a pivotal era in Australian history, offering insights into the cyclical nature of economic booms and busts.
Author: Michael Cannon
Binding: Paperback
Published: Melbourne University Press, 1973
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image, some creasing along spine and general wear from use
This historical non-fiction work by Michael Cannon meticulously chronicles the speculative frenzy that gripped Melbourne during the 1880s, known as the land boom. It details the audacious schemes, the rapid rise of fortunes, and the inevitable collapse that followed, plunging many into ruin. Cannon uncovers the intricate web of politicians, financiers, and ordinary citizens caught in the speculative bubble, illustrating the social and economic impact of unchecked ambition. The narrative presents a vivid picture of a pivotal era in Australian history, offering insights into the cyclical nature of economic booms and busts.