The Victorians - 3 Volume Set Includes
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Arriving by Richard Broome - 258 Pages
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Settling by Tony Dingle - 274 Pages
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Making Their Mark by Susan Priestley - 382 Pages
Published by Fairfax, Syme & Weldon Associates: NSW 1984 All 1st Edition
"A Wonderful Set Produced For Victoria's 150 Year Anniversary - All Include Their Original Clear Plastic Dustjacket Protective Sleeves and Anniversary History Logo. An Excellent Reference Work On The History Of Victoria, Australia.
The Victorians three-volume set provides a comprehensive, scholarly yet accessible history of the development of Victoria, Australia, from its earliest European contact to the shaping of its social and political identity. Arriving by Richard Broome explores the pre-colonial Aboriginal presence, early European explorers, and the first waves of immigrants, delving into the cultural encounters and conflicts that shaped the foundation of the colony. Broome focuses on the motivations of settlers, the challenges of travel, and the displacement of Indigenous people, presenting a nuanced portrait of both opportunity and upheaval in the fledgling settlement.
Settling by Tony Dingle and Making Their Mark by Susan Priestley continue the narrative into the 19th and early 20th centuries, tracing how Victoria transformed from scattered settlements into a thriving colony with a distinct identity. Dingle explores the building of towns, infrastructure, governance, and community life, while Priestley examines how individuals and groups left their imprint on the cultural, economic, and political landscape, from the Gold Rush era to Federation. Together, the three volumes paint a vivid picture of how Victoria evolved through immigration, economic development, political reform, and social struggle, offering a rich resource for understanding the colony's past and its influence on modern Australia."
Light wear and sun fading to dustjackets. All 3 books are in excellent condition with good quality binding and clean and bright pages. A beautiful 3 volume set. Please study photos to further understand condition.
