{"product_id":"2026100010779-secondhand-historic-houses-of-australia","title":"Historic Houses Of Australia","description":"\u003cp\u003eEdition: repr.,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Good\u003cbr\u003eJacket: Worn\/faded, no tears\u003cbr\u003ePages: Good\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAustralia's built heritage tells a story of ambition, resilience, and artistry — and Historic Houses of Australia presents that story through a magnificent survey of the nation's most treasured historic residences. Compiled by the Australian Council of National Trusts, this authoritative volume chronicles the architectural evolution of Australian domestic life, from grand colonial homesteads and Georgian manor houses to ornate Victorian terraces and Federation-era estates. Each property is presented with rich detail, capturing the social histories of the families and communities who shaped these remarkable buildings across two centuries of settlement.\n\nBeyond mere architectural documentation, the work argues powerfully for the preservation of Australia's tangible past, illustrating how historic houses serve as irreplaceable windows into the nation's cultural identity. The Australian Council of National Trusts brings together a wealth of knowledge and photographic artistry, producing a volume that is as visually sumptuous as it is historically rigorous. Whether you are an architecture enthusiast, a heritage conservationist, or simply a lover of Australian history, this landmark publication will leave you with a profound appreciation for the stories still standing in timber, stone, and iron — and a pressing question about how many more remain to be saved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50609656496347,"sku":"2026100010779-SECONDHAND","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/ce20f970-36e7-4500-bc78-3ce8fa6eb235.png?v=1791764387","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026100010779-secondhand-historic-houses-of-australia","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}