Kelly Country 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 richly illustrated regional sketchbook, Kelly Country Sketchbook presents the rugged landscapes, historic townships, and cultural landmarks of north-eastern Victoria, Australia — the territory forever associated with the legendary bushranger Ned Kelly. Brian Carroll's evocative text chronicles the history, folklore, and enduring mythology of the Kelly country, weaving together stories of the land and its people with a tone that is both reverent and deeply informative. Jack Montgomery's drawings capture the raw beauty of the region with striking detail, illustrating everything from weathered homesteads to sweeping bushland vistas. Together, text and image create a compelling portrait of a place where history, legend, and landscape are inseparable, making this a treasured record for anyone drawn to Australian history and heritage.
Author: Jack Montgomery (Drawings); Brian Carroll (Text)
Format: Hardback
Published: 1973, Rigby
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A richly illustrated regional sketchbook, Kelly Country Sketchbook presents the rugged landscapes, historic townships, and cultural landmarks of north-eastern Victoria, Australia — the territory forever associated with the legendary bushranger Ned Kelly. Brian Carroll's evocative text chronicles the history, folklore, and enduring mythology of the Kelly country, weaving together stories of the land and its people with a tone that is both reverent and deeply informative. Jack Montgomery's drawings capture the raw beauty of the region with striking detail, illustrating everything from weathered homesteads to sweeping bushland vistas. Together, text and image create a compelling portrait of a place where history, legend, and landscape are inseparable, making this a treasured record for anyone drawn to Australian history and heritage.