Governing The Metropolis: Melbourne 1850-1891
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: David Dunstan
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne U. P. Melbourne, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor stains to FEP.
This authoritative historical account chronicles the intricate development of urban administration in a burgeoning Australian metropolis during a pivotal four-decade span. It meticulously details the political structures, social challenges, and economic forces that shaped the city's governance from its gold rush boom to the eve of the 1890s depression. The narrative uncovers the complex interplay between local authorities, colonial government, and public demands as Melbourne rapidly transformed into a significant global center. Presenting a rigorous analysis, the work illustrates the foundational decisions and evolving policies that laid the groundwork for modern urban management. This essential volume offers invaluable insights into the historical evolution of municipal power and its enduring legacy.
Author: David Dunstan
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne U. P. Melbourne, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor stains to FEP.
This authoritative historical account chronicles the intricate development of urban administration in a burgeoning Australian metropolis during a pivotal four-decade span. It meticulously details the political structures, social challenges, and economic forces that shaped the city's governance from its gold rush boom to the eve of the 1890s depression. The narrative uncovers the complex interplay between local authorities, colonial government, and public demands as Melbourne rapidly transformed into a significant global center. Presenting a rigorous analysis, the work illustrates the foundational decisions and evolving policies that laid the groundwork for modern urban management. This essential volume offers invaluable insights into the historical evolution of municipal power and its enduring legacy.