Journeys into History: Australia's Foremost History Writers Reflect on the Landscape of Our Past
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Author: Graeme Davison
Format: Hardback
Embark on a profound exploration of the Australian continent with Journeys into History, an evocative collection where the nation’s foremost history writers reveal the past etched into the very landscape. Edited by renowned historian Graeme Davison, this richly illustrated anthology presents a unique series of pictorial essays that document Australia’s story not through dates and treaties, but through the highways, byways, architecture, and enduring landscapes that have shaped its identity. For the armchair traveler and the adventurous explorer alike, this book offers a new perspective on how history resides in place—from the ancient, sacred sites to the familiar urban sprawl—offering a deep, resonant look at the land that defines the Australian experience. Discover how the physical world has been transformed by, and in turn has transformed, the people and events of the past, making this a vital and reflective record of how we understand our national heritage.
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: Graeme Davison
Format: Hardback
Embark on a profound exploration of the Australian continent with Journeys into History, an evocative collection where the nation’s foremost history writers reveal the past etched into the very landscape. Edited by renowned historian Graeme Davison, this richly illustrated anthology presents a unique series of pictorial essays that document Australia’s story not through dates and treaties, but through the highways, byways, architecture, and enduring landscapes that have shaped its identity. For the armchair traveler and the adventurous explorer alike, this book offers a new perspective on how history resides in place—from the ancient, sacred sites to the familiar urban sprawl—offering a deep, resonant look at the land that defines the Australian experience. Discover how the physical world has been transformed by, and in turn has transformed, the people and events of the past, making this a vital and reflective record of how we understand our national heritage.