Moorabbin: A Pictorial History 1862 – 1994
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.
Condition remarks:
Condition: Very Good. Jacket: worn/faded, no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: no markings. Binding: Appears firm and intact. No significant damage, creasing, or tears noted.
Moorabbin: A Pictorial History 1862–1994 is a richly illustrated chronicle of one of Melbourne's most storied southeastern suburbs, tracing its transformation from a rural municipality into a thriving urban community over more than 130 years. John Cribbin presents a compelling visual narrative drawn from rare archival photographs, maps, and documents that bring the region's past vividly to life. The work details the social, civic, and architectural development of Moorabbin, capturing the lives of its residents, the growth of its streets and institutions, and the broader forces that shaped the area. Authoritative yet accessible in tone, it stands as an essential reference for local historians, heritage enthusiasts, and anyone with a connection to Melbourne's bayside communities.
Author: John Cribbin
Format: Hardback
Published: 1995, City of Kingston Moorabbin
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Condition: Very Good. Jacket: worn/faded, no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: no markings. Binding: Appears firm and intact. No significant damage, creasing, or tears noted.
Moorabbin: A Pictorial History 1862–1994 is a richly illustrated chronicle of one of Melbourne's most storied southeastern suburbs, tracing its transformation from a rural municipality into a thriving urban community over more than 130 years. John Cribbin presents a compelling visual narrative drawn from rare archival photographs, maps, and documents that bring the region's past vividly to life. The work details the social, civic, and architectural development of Moorabbin, capturing the lives of its residents, the growth of its streets and institutions, and the broader forces that shaped the area. Authoritative yet accessible in tone, it stands as an essential reference for local historians, heritage enthusiasts, and anyone with a connection to Melbourne's bayside communities.