Yan Yean: A History Of Melbourne's Early Water Supply

Yan Yean: A History Of Melbourne's Early Water Supply

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Author: Tony Dingle And Helen Doyle
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Public Record Office, 2003

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Yan Yean: A History Of Melbourne's Early Water Supply chronicles the foundational efforts to secure a vital resource for a burgeoning city. This historical account details the engineering challenges and societal impact of establishing Melbourne's first major water supply system. It presents a comprehensive narrative of the Yan Yean Reservoir's construction and its crucial role in shaping urban development. The authors meticulously document the political, economic, and environmental factors that influenced this monumental undertaking, offering a compelling look into a critical period of Australian infrastructure. This authoritative work illustrates how essential public works underpin the growth and prosperity of modern metropolises.

Author: Tony Dingle And Helen Doyle

Published: 2003, Public Record Office

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Description

Author: Tony Dingle And Helen Doyle
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Public Record Office, 2003

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Yan Yean: A History Of Melbourne's Early Water Supply chronicles the foundational efforts to secure a vital resource for a burgeoning city. This historical account details the engineering challenges and societal impact of establishing Melbourne's first major water supply system. It presents a comprehensive narrative of the Yan Yean Reservoir's construction and its crucial role in shaping urban development. The authors meticulously document the political, economic, and environmental factors that influenced this monumental undertaking, offering a compelling look into a critical period of Australian infrastructure. This authoritative work illustrates how essential public works underpin the growth and prosperity of modern metropolises.