Beautiful Australia Series No. 1
Beautiful Melbourne - Containing 100 Views Of Principal Streets Buildings and Beauty Spots In and Around Melbourne
Published by The Specialty Press Pty Ltd: Melbourne c1910 1st Edition (undated original)
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Beautiful Melbourne: Containing 100 Views of Principal Streets, Buildings and Beauty Spots In and Around Melbourne is a pictorial publication produced by The Specialty Press Pty Ltd, likely around 1910. As part of the "Beautiful Australia" series, this volume offers a curated visual journey through early 20th-century Melbourne, featuring approximately 100 black-and-white photographs that capture the city's architectural landmarks, bustling streets, and scenic locales. The collection includes images of prominent churches, clubs, theatres, and public buildings, providing a snapshot of Melbourne's urban landscape during that era.
Beyond its architectural focus, the book also highlights Melbourne's natural beauty, showcasing parks, gardens, and surrounding landscapes. This blend of urban and natural imagery reflects the city's character at the time, emphasizing both its cultural institutions and its picturesque environments. Serving as both a historical record and a promotional piece, Beautiful Melbourne offers readers an insight into the city's identity and aesthetic appeal in the early 1900s.
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General wear, staining, chipping etc to covers as shown. No inscriptions. Pages clean, no loose pages and the book presents well. A nice copy of a fairly scarce book in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
