Commemorating One Hundred Years Of The Federation Of Australia
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On the first of January, 1901, six British colonies united to form a single nation — and a century later, Australia paused to reflect on the remarkable journey that followed. Commemorating One Hundred Years of the Federation of Australia: 1901–2001 is a commemorative volume that chronicles the political, cultural, and social milestones that shaped the Australian nation across its first century of federated life, tracing the arc from colonial separation to a proud, unified Commonwealth standing on the world stage. Rich in historical significance, this work presents a sweeping portrait of a nation defined by its vast landscapes, its diverse peoples, and its enduring democratic ideals. It captures the spirit of federation not merely as a constitutional event, but as a living, evolving compact between citizens and country — one that has been tested, celebrated, and continually reimagined over one hundred years. A fitting tribute to a landmark anniversary, it leaves the reader with an abiding question: what will the next century hold for the world's oldest continuous democracy?
Author: Murray, Kay and Julie Carter.
Format: Hardback
Published: 2001, Carter's Price Guide PTY.Ltd
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
On the first of January, 1901, six British colonies united to form a single nation — and a century later, Australia paused to reflect on the remarkable journey that followed. Commemorating One Hundred Years of the Federation of Australia: 1901–2001 is a commemorative volume that chronicles the political, cultural, and social milestones that shaped the Australian nation across its first century of federated life, tracing the arc from colonial separation to a proud, unified Commonwealth standing on the world stage. Rich in historical significance, this work presents a sweeping portrait of a nation defined by its vast landscapes, its diverse peoples, and its enduring democratic ideals. It captures the spirit of federation not merely as a constitutional event, but as a living, evolving compact between citizens and country — one that has been tested, celebrated, and continually reimagined over one hundred years. A fitting tribute to a landmark anniversary, it leaves the reader with an abiding question: what will the next century hold for the world's oldest continuous democracy?