'[an] illuminating natural history of Melbourne...much more than an exploration of how man shaped the landscape.' The Age
Forgotten landscapes and erased eco-systems are brought to life by Gary Presland who so eloquently reconstructs Melbourne at the time of European settlement. He looks at the history of Melbourne from the point of view of nature and considers the ways that urban development has been influenced by the nature of local environments. Gary Presland shows how natural landscapes have influenced the contours of the city and how we, in turn, have altered them. He draws on both historical and scientific sources to create a detailed and fascinating picture of diverse landscapes, supporting an enormous range of flora and fauna.
By:
Gary Presland Imprint: Museum of Victoria Country of Publication: Australia Dimensions:
Height: 250mm,
Width: 195mm,
ISBN:9780980619027 ISBN 10: 0980619025 Pages: 260 Publication Date:01 August 2009 Audience:
College/higher education
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General/trade
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Primary
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
