ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Originally written in the 1980s and thoroughly revised and updated, this is an excellent history primer aimed at primary ages, but readers of any age will find something of interest! It starts with ancient Australia and Aboriginal Australia, then colonial history split in twenty year segments from 1788 to the present. Topics are given a double page spread, and cover everything from individuals to institutions. The emphasis is on social history rather than facts-and-figures, and so is full of colourful stories, important concepts and narrative flair. It is abundantly and attractively illustrated with archival images, photographs and drawings. Highly recommended! Lindy
A modern classic- Don Watson's history of Australia for children of the twenty-first century History told so well it gives us a better idea of who we are - and who we are likely to become.
Don Watson is the author of many acclaimed books for adults, including Caledonia Australis, Recollections of a Bleeding Heart, American Journeys and The Bush. This is his first work for children.
ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Originally written in the 1980s and thoroughly revised and updated, this is an excellent history primer aimed at primary ages, but readers of any age will find something of interest! It starts with ancient Australia and Aboriginal Australia, then colonial history split in twenty year segments from 1788 to the present. Topics are given a double page spread, and cover everything from individuals to institutions. The emphasis is on social history rather than facts-and-figures, and so is full of colourful stories, important concepts and narrative flair. It is abundantly and attractively illustrated with archival images, photographs and drawings. Highly recommended! Lindy