Their Chastity Was Not Too Rigid
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: J.W.C. Cumes
Binding: Hardback
Published: Longman Cheshire, 1979
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Some foxing on prelims. Clean text.
This historical non-fiction work by J.W.C. Cumes offers a fascinating look into the social history of early Australia, specifically focusing on the leisure activities and moral attitudes of its inhabitants. The book meticulously details how colonists spent their free time, from public entertainments and sporting events to more private pursuits, challenging conventional notions of strict Victorian morality. It uncovers the often-overlooked aspects of daily life, presenting a vivid picture of a society grappling with its identity and the complexities of its nascent culture. Cumes illustrates the diverse ways in which early Australians sought amusement and companionship, providing a nuanced understanding of their social fabric.
Author: J.W.C. Cumes
Binding: Hardback
Published: Longman Cheshire, 1979
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Some foxing on prelims. Clean text.
This historical non-fiction work by J.W.C. Cumes offers a fascinating look into the social history of early Australia, specifically focusing on the leisure activities and moral attitudes of its inhabitants. The book meticulously details how colonists spent their free time, from public entertainments and sporting events to more private pursuits, challenging conventional notions of strict Victorian morality. It uncovers the often-overlooked aspects of daily life, presenting a vivid picture of a society grappling with its identity and the complexities of its nascent culture. Cumes illustrates the diverse ways in which early Australians sought amusement and companionship, providing a nuanced understanding of their social fabric.