The Flour Mills Of Victoria 1840-1990: An Historical Record
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
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Condition remarks: Faded spine - otherwise jacket fine.
A meticulously researched work of regional and industrial history, The Flour Mills Of Victoria 1840-1990: An Historical Record chronicles one hundred and fifty years of milling activity across the state of Victoria, Australia, tracing the rise, transformation, and eventual decline of an industry that was foundational to colonial settlement and economic growth. Lewis and Peggy Jones present a comprehensive survey of individual mills, their owners, locations, and operational histories, drawing on archival records, photographs, and primary sources to construct an authoritative account of a largely overlooked sector of Australian heritage. The tone is scholarly yet accessible, making it an invaluable reference for historians, genealogists, and enthusiasts of industrial archaeology alike. The work illustrates how the flour milling industry mirrored broader shifts in Victorian society — from the gold rush era through to federation and into the modern age — capturing the ingenuity and enterprise of the communities that built and sustained these vital enterprises.
Author: Lewis And Peggy Jones
Format: Hardback
Published: 1990, The Flour Millers' Council of Victoria
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded spine - otherwise jacket fine.
A meticulously researched work of regional and industrial history, The Flour Mills Of Victoria 1840-1990: An Historical Record chronicles one hundred and fifty years of milling activity across the state of Victoria, Australia, tracing the rise, transformation, and eventual decline of an industry that was foundational to colonial settlement and economic growth. Lewis and Peggy Jones present a comprehensive survey of individual mills, their owners, locations, and operational histories, drawing on archival records, photographs, and primary sources to construct an authoritative account of a largely overlooked sector of Australian heritage. The tone is scholarly yet accessible, making it an invaluable reference for historians, genealogists, and enthusiasts of industrial archaeology alike. The work illustrates how the flour milling industry mirrored broader shifts in Victorian society — from the gold rush era through to federation and into the modern age — capturing the ingenuity and enterprise of the communities that built and sustained these vital enterprises.