The Grampians: A Noble Range
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Rising dramatically from the plains of western Victoria, the Grampians — known to the Djab wurrung and Jardwadjali peoples as Gariwerd — stand as one of Australia's most breathtaking natural landmarks, and Jane Calder's The Grampians: A Noble Range presents this ancient sandstone massif in all its rugged, majestic glory. The work chronicles the rich tapestry of the region's natural history, Indigenous heritage, and European settlement, weaving together geology, flora, fauna, and human stories into a compelling portrait of a landscape that has shaped — and been shaped by — those who have called it home. Calder writes with the reverence of a naturalist and the precision of a historian, illustrating the remarkable biodiversity of the Grampians — from its sweeping wildflower displays to its elusive wildlife — while grounding the narrative in a deep respect for the land's cultural significance. Richly detailed and visually evocative, this volume is an indispensable companion for anyone drawn to the raw beauty and layered history of one of Victoria's most iconic wilderness regions, leaving the reader with an irresistible urge to stand atop the peaks and witness the noble range for themselves.
Author: Jane Calder
Format: Paperback
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Rising dramatically from the plains of western Victoria, the Grampians — known to the Djab wurrung and Jardwadjali peoples as Gariwerd — stand as one of Australia's most breathtaking natural landmarks, and Jane Calder's The Grampians: A Noble Range presents this ancient sandstone massif in all its rugged, majestic glory. The work chronicles the rich tapestry of the region's natural history, Indigenous heritage, and European settlement, weaving together geology, flora, fauna, and human stories into a compelling portrait of a landscape that has shaped — and been shaped by — those who have called it home. Calder writes with the reverence of a naturalist and the precision of a historian, illustrating the remarkable biodiversity of the Grampians — from its sweeping wildflower displays to its elusive wildlife — while grounding the narrative in a deep respect for the land's cultural significance. Richly detailed and visually evocative, this volume is an indispensable companion for anyone drawn to the raw beauty and layered history of one of Victoria's most iconic wilderness regions, leaving the reader with an irresistible urge to stand atop the peaks and witness the noble range for themselves.