The Place for a Village

How nature has shaped the city of Melbourne

Gary Presland

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English

Museum of Victoria
01 August 2009

History; Historical geography; Physical geography & topography; Urban & municipal planning

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'[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 , General/trade , Primary , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active