The Australian Legend

The Australian Legend

$25.00 AUD

Availability: in stock at our Tullamarine warehouse

Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Edition: 3rd impr.,

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings

The Australian Legend chronicles the development of a distinctive national character, tracing its origins through the experiences of convicts, bushmen, and diggers. This seminal work argues that the harsh realities of the Australian outback forged a unique spirit of egalitarianism, mateship, and anti-authoritarianism. Ward presents a compelling historical narrative, illustrating how these foundational myths continue to shape the nation's self-perception. The academic yet accessible tone makes it an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the cultural bedrock of Australia.

Author: Russel Ward
Format: Hardback
Published: 1962, OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS

Description

Edition: 3rd impr.,

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings

The Australian Legend chronicles the development of a distinctive national character, tracing its origins through the experiences of convicts, bushmen, and diggers. This seminal work argues that the harsh realities of the Australian outback forged a unique spirit of egalitarianism, mateship, and anti-authoritarianism. Ward presents a compelling historical narrative, illustrating how these foundational myths continue to shape the nation's self-perception. The academic yet accessible tone makes it an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the cultural bedrock of Australia.