101 Events That Shaped Australia
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear with damage
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: minor nick/tear on the fep.
From the first footfall of European settlers on ancient shores to the political earthquakes that redrew the nation's identity, 101 Events That Shaped Australia presents a sweeping chronicle of the defining moments that forged a continent into a country. John Larkins guides readers through a meticulously curated selection of pivotal episodes — wars, discoveries, constitutional crises, social upheavals, and triumphs — that collectively chart the dramatic arc of Australian civilization, bringing to life the people, decisions, and turning points that still reverberate through the nation today. Larkins writes with the clarity and authority of a seasoned historian, distilling complex events into vivid, accessible narratives without sacrificing depth or nuance. Each entry illuminates not just the facts of what happened, but the lasting cultural and political consequences that continue to shape the Australian character. Whether you are a student of history or simply curious about the forces that made a nation, this compelling compendium will leave you wondering — which event's ripples have yet to fully reach the shore?
Author: John Larkins
Format: Hardback
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear with damage
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: minor nick/tear on the fep.
From the first footfall of European settlers on ancient shores to the political earthquakes that redrew the nation's identity, 101 Events That Shaped Australia presents a sweeping chronicle of the defining moments that forged a continent into a country. John Larkins guides readers through a meticulously curated selection of pivotal episodes — wars, discoveries, constitutional crises, social upheavals, and triumphs — that collectively chart the dramatic arc of Australian civilization, bringing to life the people, decisions, and turning points that still reverberate through the nation today. Larkins writes with the clarity and authority of a seasoned historian, distilling complex events into vivid, accessible narratives without sacrificing depth or nuance. Each entry illuminates not just the facts of what happened, but the lasting cultural and political consequences that continue to shape the Australian character. Whether you are a student of history or simply curious about the forces that made a nation, this compelling compendium will leave you wondering — which event's ripples have yet to fully reach the shore?