Dandenongs Sketchbook
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A charming blend of visual art and regional storytelling, Dandenongs Sketchbook captures the natural beauty and cultural character of the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria, Australia, through the evocative pen-and-ink drawings of Don Angus paired with the warm, descriptive prose of Joy Hayes. The work presents the lush fern gullies, historic townships, and distinctive flora and fauna of this beloved mountain region with an intimacy that guidebooks rarely achieve. Hayes's text grounds each illustration in local history and atmosphere, giving readers a vivid sense of place that is both informative and deeply affectionate. Together, the two artists illustrate why the Dandenongs have long captivated artists, naturalists, and day-trippers alike, making this a treasured keepsake for anyone with a connection to the region.
Author: Don Angus (Drawings), Joy Hayes (Text)
Format: Hardback
Genre: The arts
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A charming blend of visual art and regional storytelling, Dandenongs Sketchbook captures the natural beauty and cultural character of the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria, Australia, through the evocative pen-and-ink drawings of Don Angus paired with the warm, descriptive prose of Joy Hayes. The work presents the lush fern gullies, historic townships, and distinctive flora and fauna of this beloved mountain region with an intimacy that guidebooks rarely achieve. Hayes's text grounds each illustration in local history and atmosphere, giving readers a vivid sense of place that is both informative and deeply affectionate. Together, the two artists illustrate why the Dandenongs have long captivated artists, naturalists, and day-trippers alike, making this a treasured keepsake for anyone with a connection to the region.