Australia: A Cultural History
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A landmark work in Australian historiography, Australia: A Cultural History presents a sweeping and insightful account of how a nation forged its identity from the ground up. John Rickard chronicles the development of Australian culture from its colonial origins through to the twentieth century, examining the social forces, myths, and movements that shaped a distinctly Australian way of life. The work argues that understanding Australia requires looking beyond political and economic history to the cultural narratives — sport, mateship, class, and national character — that bind its people together. Written with scholarly authority yet an accessible and engaging tone, it remains an essential text for anyone seeking to understand what it truly means to be Australian.
Author: John Rickard
Format: Paperback
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: N/A (paperback). Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Appears intact. No stickers or labels visible.
A landmark work in Australian historiography, Australia: A Cultural History presents a sweeping and insightful account of how a nation forged its identity from the ground up. John Rickard chronicles the development of Australian culture from its colonial origins through to the twentieth century, examining the social forces, myths, and movements that shaped a distinctly Australian way of life. The work argues that understanding Australia requires looking beyond political and economic history to the cultural narratives — sport, mateship, class, and national character — that bind its people together. Written with scholarly authority yet an accessible and engaging tone, it remains an essential text for anyone seeking to understand what it truly means to be Australian.