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A New City: Photographs Of Melbourne's Land Boom 2003 Australian History Book

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A New City: Photographs Of Melbourne's Land Boom 2003 Australian History Book

A New City: Photographs Of Melbourne's Land Boom
Edited by Ian Morrison
Published by The Miegunyah Press 2003 1st Edition

" A New City: Photographs of Melbourne's Land Boom, edited by Ian Morrison, is a striking visual archive that captures Melbourne at the height of its 1880s economic surge. The book showcases the work of photographer Charles Bristow Walker, whose images document the city's rapid transformation during the speculative land boom. From grand public buildings and bustling streets to leafy boulevards and emerging suburbs, the photographs reveal a city brimming with optimism and architectural ambition. Morrison's editorial framing, along with scholarly commentary, provides historical context that highlights the social, economic, and cultural forces driving Melbourne's expansion.

Yet beneath the grandeur lies a cautionary tale. The book subtly foreshadows the collapse of the boom and the onset of the 1890s depression, making the images not just celebratory but poignant. The juxtaposition of opulence and impending crisis invites reflection on urban growth, speculation, and the fragility of prosperity. With its blend of visual richness and historical insight, A New City is both a tribute to Melbourne's golden age and a reminder of the cyclical nature of economic ambition. "

Light wear with some fading and edge curling to dustjacket. Pages clean and well presented. No inscriptions. Very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 22cm x 28cm x 1.5cm - 118 Pages

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Condition: Very good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Dust Jacket", "Illustrated"]
Region: Australia, Oceania
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear with some fading and edge curling to dustjacket. Pages clean and well presented. No inscriptions. Very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Ian Morrison
Publisher: The Miegunyah Press
Year Printed: 2003
Sub-subject: Melbourne History