Bells Of Remembrance: The History Of The War Memorial Carillon 1923-1987
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
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Few monuments to the fallen speak with as much resonance as a carillon — and Bells of Remembrance chronicles the remarkable six-decade history of one of Australia's most distinctive war memorials. Spanning the years 1923 to 1987, this meticulously researched volume details the origins, installation, and enduring legacy of the War Memorial Carillon, a towering instrument of commemoration whose pealing bells have honoured the sacrifice of Australian servicemen and women across two world wars and beyond. Authors D.R.V. Wood and J.D. Gordon present a narrative that is both a social and architectural history, uncovering the civic pride, grief, and patriotic determination that drove communities to erect such a singular tribute. The work situates the carillon within the broader Australian tradition of public remembrance, illustrating how music, metal, and memory intertwine to keep the past alive. Rich in archival detail and told with quiet reverence, this volume leaves the reader contemplating the profound question of how a nation chooses to remember — and whether the bells of the past can still be heard above the noise of the present.
Author: D.R.V. Wood & J.D. Gordon
Format: Paperback
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Few monuments to the fallen speak with as much resonance as a carillon — and Bells of Remembrance chronicles the remarkable six-decade history of one of Australia's most distinctive war memorials. Spanning the years 1923 to 1987, this meticulously researched volume details the origins, installation, and enduring legacy of the War Memorial Carillon, a towering instrument of commemoration whose pealing bells have honoured the sacrifice of Australian servicemen and women across two world wars and beyond. Authors D.R.V. Wood and J.D. Gordon present a narrative that is both a social and architectural history, uncovering the civic pride, grief, and patriotic determination that drove communities to erect such a singular tribute. The work situates the carillon within the broader Australian tradition of public remembrance, illustrating how music, metal, and memory intertwine to keep the past alive. Rich in archival detail and told with quiet reverence, this volume leaves the reader contemplating the profound question of how a nation chooses to remember — and whether the bells of the past can still be heard above the noise of the present.