Australia: A Very Short Introduction Paperback / softback
by Kenneth (Professor of History at Brunel University) Morgan
Part of the Very Short Introductions series
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In this Very Short Introduction Kenneth Morgan provides a wide-ranging and thematic introduction to modern Australia.
He examines the main features of its history, geography, and culture since the beginning of the white settlement in New South Wales in 1788.
Drawing attention to the distinctive features of Australian life he places contemporary developments in a historical perspective, highlighting the importance of Australia's indigenous culture and making connections between Australia and the wider word.
Balancing the successful growth of Australian institutions and democratic traditions, he considers the struggles that occurred in the making of modern Australia.
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In Stock - Less than 10 copies availableFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:176 pages, 10 black and white illustrations
- Publisher:Oxford University Press
- Publication Date:31/05/2012
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- ISBN:9780199589937
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In Stock - Less than 10 copies availableFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:176 pages, 10 black and white illustrations
- Publisher:Oxford University Press
- Publication Date:31/05/2012
- Category:
- ISBN:9780199589937