The Australian Legend
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: Russel Ward
Binding: Paperback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Tanning along spine, previous owner name inside
This seminal work of Australian social history presents a compelling argument for the origins of a unique national character. "The Australian Legend" chronicles the development of an Australian identity rooted in the experiences of the bush and the goldfields, illustrating how figures like the shearer and the digger became emblematic. It argues that the harsh landscape and the spirit of mateship forged a distinct ethos, shaping the nation's self-perception. The text uncovers the cultural narratives that define Australia, offering a profound understanding of its historical consciousness. This influential study details the enduring power of these foundational myths in shaping the Australian psyche.
Author: Russel Ward
Binding: Paperback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Tanning along spine, previous owner name inside
This seminal work of Australian social history presents a compelling argument for the origins of a unique national character. "The Australian Legend" chronicles the development of an Australian identity rooted in the experiences of the bush and the goldfields, illustrating how figures like the shearer and the digger became emblematic. It argues that the harsh landscape and the spirit of mateship forged a distinct ethos, shaping the nation's self-perception. The text uncovers the cultural narratives that define Australia, offering a profound understanding of its historical consciousness. This influential study details the enduring power of these foundational myths in shaping the Australian psyche.