If The Walls Could Speak: A Social History Of The Mechanics' Institutes Of Victoria
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: Pam Baragwanath
Binding: Hardback
Published: Pam Baragwanath., 2000
Condition:
Book: Very good, ex-library
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
If The Walls Could Speak presents a meticulous social history of the Mechanics' Institutes across Victoria, Australia. This compelling work chronicles the vital role these institutions played in the intellectual and cultural development of communities, detailing their evolution from centers of working-class education to broader community hubs. Baragwanath uncovers the diverse activities and societal impact of these often-overlooked establishments, illustrating how they shaped local life and fostered knowledge dissemination. The narrative provides a rich tapestry of Victorian society, arguing for the enduring legacy of these unique educational and social enterprises.
Author: Pam Baragwanath
Binding: Hardback
Published: Pam Baragwanath., 2000
Condition:
Book: Very good, ex-library
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
If The Walls Could Speak presents a meticulous social history of the Mechanics' Institutes across Victoria, Australia. This compelling work chronicles the vital role these institutions played in the intellectual and cultural development of communities, detailing their evolution from centers of working-class education to broader community hubs. Baragwanath uncovers the diverse activities and societal impact of these often-overlooked establishments, illustrating how they shaped local life and fostered knowledge dissemination. The narrative provides a rich tapestry of Victorian society, arguing for the enduring legacy of these unique educational and social enterprises.