Issues In Australian History
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
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Pages: Good
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From the sweeping landscapes of colonial settlement to the complex social and political upheavals of the twentieth century, Issues in Australian History presents a rigorous and wide-ranging examination of the defining moments that shaped a nation. Authored by a collaborative team of educators — Kay Willis, Geoff Pryor, John Close, and Josie Castle — this volume chronicles the key controversies, turning points, and human stories that underpin Australia's past, making it an essential resource for students and history enthusiasts alike. Structured to provoke critical thinking, the work argues that history is not a static record but a living debate, inviting readers to interrogate primary sources, competing perspectives, and the often-contested narratives of Indigenous peoples, settlers, workers, and politicians. Published under the reputable Longman Cheshire imprint, a name synonymous with quality educational scholarship in the Australasian market, this text illustrates how the past continues to inform Australian identity, law, and culture today — leaving the reader to wonder which version of history will ultimately endure.
Author: Kay Willis, Geoff Pryor, John Close, Josie Castle
Format: Paperback
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
From the sweeping landscapes of colonial settlement to the complex social and political upheavals of the twentieth century, Issues in Australian History presents a rigorous and wide-ranging examination of the defining moments that shaped a nation. Authored by a collaborative team of educators — Kay Willis, Geoff Pryor, John Close, and Josie Castle — this volume chronicles the key controversies, turning points, and human stories that underpin Australia's past, making it an essential resource for students and history enthusiasts alike. Structured to provoke critical thinking, the work argues that history is not a static record but a living debate, inviting readers to interrogate primary sources, competing perspectives, and the often-contested narratives of Indigenous peoples, settlers, workers, and politicians. Published under the reputable Longman Cheshire imprint, a name synonymous with quality educational scholarship in the Australasian market, this text illustrates how the past continues to inform Australian identity, law, and culture today — leaving the reader to wonder which version of history will ultimately endure.