Australia's National Collections
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A richly informative work of cultural history, Australia's National Collections presents a comprehensive survey of the institutions that preserve and celebrate Australia's heritage, from national libraries and galleries to museums and archives. Clem Lloyd and Peter Sekuless chronicle the origins, growth, and significance of these repositories, illuminating the political decisions, visionary individuals, and public debates that shaped them over time. Written with an authoritative yet accessible tone, the work argues that these collections are not merely storehouses of objects and documents, but living expressions of a nation's identity and collective memory. The authors detail the treasures held within each institution and illustrate how they reflect Australia's evolving sense of itself as a society and a culture. An essential read for anyone interested in Australian history, public policy, or the stewardship of cultural heritage.
Author: Clem Lloyd & Peter Sekuless
Format: Hardback
Published: 1980, Cassell Australia
Genre: Antiques & collectibles
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A richly informative work of cultural history, Australia's National Collections presents a comprehensive survey of the institutions that preserve and celebrate Australia's heritage, from national libraries and galleries to museums and archives. Clem Lloyd and Peter Sekuless chronicle the origins, growth, and significance of these repositories, illuminating the political decisions, visionary individuals, and public debates that shaped them over time. Written with an authoritative yet accessible tone, the work argues that these collections are not merely storehouses of objects and documents, but living expressions of a nation's identity and collective memory. The authors detail the treasures held within each institution and illustrate how they reflect Australia's evolving sense of itself as a society and a culture. An essential read for anyone interested in Australian history, public policy, or the stewardship of cultural heritage.