Fitzroy
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Cutte Committee
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 368
Uncover the tumultuous, vibrant, and pivotal history of Fitzroy—the beating heart of inner Melbourne and Australia's very first suburb.
From its gazetting in 1839 as a prestigious residential locale to its evolution into a bohemian haven and working-class stronghold, Fitzroy has seen it all. The Cutten History Committee meticulously reconstructs the life of this ever-changing community, charting its journey through cycles of boom and bust, migration waves, and fierce social battles.
Fitzroy: Melbourne's First Suburb goes beyond landmarks, delving into the gritty stories of its streets: the rise of its iconic Victorian architecture, the social dynamics of the Collingwood/Fitzroy divide, the birth of radical political movements, and the enduring spirit of its residents—artists, activists, workers, and entrepreneurs.
This is more than local history; it's the definitive portrait of a place that paved the way for urban Australia, a suburb where history is written into every brick and bluestone lane.
NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: Cutte Committee
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 368
Uncover the tumultuous, vibrant, and pivotal history of Fitzroy—the beating heart of inner Melbourne and Australia's very first suburb.
From its gazetting in 1839 as a prestigious residential locale to its evolution into a bohemian haven and working-class stronghold, Fitzroy has seen it all. The Cutten History Committee meticulously reconstructs the life of this ever-changing community, charting its journey through cycles of boom and bust, migration waves, and fierce social battles.
Fitzroy: Melbourne's First Suburb goes beyond landmarks, delving into the gritty stories of its streets: the rise of its iconic Victorian architecture, the social dynamics of the Collingwood/Fitzroy divide, the birth of radical political movements, and the enduring spirit of its residents—artists, activists, workers, and entrepreneurs.
This is more than local history; it's the definitive portrait of a place that paved the way for urban Australia, a suburb where history is written into every brick and bluestone lane.