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.
Edition: repr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This seminal work of cultural history presents a compelling argument for the origins and evolution of a unique Australian national identity. Russel Ward chronicles the development of the Australian legend, illustrating how the harsh realities of the bush and the experiences of the working class forged a distinctive character defined by egalitarianism, mateship, and a healthy skepticism towards authority. The book details the historical forces and social conditions that shaped this enduring archetype, from the convict era to the gold rushes. Ward's influential analysis uncovers the deep-seated myths and values that continue to resonate within the nation's psyche, offering a profound understanding of Australia's cultural foundations.
Author: Russell Ward
Format: Paperback
Published: 1970, Oxford University Press
Genre: Australian history
Edition: repr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This seminal work of cultural history presents a compelling argument for the origins and evolution of a unique Australian national identity. Russel Ward chronicles the development of the Australian legend, illustrating how the harsh realities of the bush and the experiences of the working class forged a distinctive character defined by egalitarianism, mateship, and a healthy skepticism towards authority. The book details the historical forces and social conditions that shaped this enduring archetype, from the convict era to the gold rushes. Ward's influential analysis uncovers the deep-seated myths and values that continue to resonate within the nation's psyche, offering a profound understanding of Australia's cultural foundations.