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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
The seminal work The Australian Legend chronicles the formation of a distinctive national identity rooted in the experiences of 19th-century Australian bush workers. This influential text argues that the harsh realities of the outback forged a character defined by egalitarianism, mateship, and a deep-seated anti-authoritarian spirit. It presents a compelling cultural analysis, illustrating how the stoic resilience of shearers and drovers became the bedrock of the archetypal Australian. This foundational work details the historical forces that shaped a unique national consciousness, offering profound insights into the country's cultural heritage and its enduring myths.
Author: Russel Ward
Format: Hardback
Published: 1958, OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
The seminal work The Australian Legend chronicles the formation of a distinctive national identity rooted in the experiences of 19th-century Australian bush workers. This influential text argues that the harsh realities of the outback forged a character defined by egalitarianism, mateship, and a deep-seated anti-authoritarian spirit. It presents a compelling cultural analysis, illustrating how the stoic resilience of shearers and drovers became the bedrock of the archetypal Australian. This foundational work details the historical forces that shaped a unique national consciousness, offering profound insights into the country's cultural heritage and its enduring myths.