Author |
: Frances Murphy |
Publisher |
: Infobase Holdings, Inc |
Total Pages |
: 408 |
Release |
: 2021-05-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781438199528 |
ISBN-13 |
: 143819952X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (28 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis A Brief History of Australia, Second Edition by : Frances Murphy
Download or read book A Brief History of Australia, Second Edition written by Frances Murphy and published by Infobase Holdings, Inc. This book was released on 2021-05-01 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Brief History of Australia, Second Edition provides a clear, lively, and comprehensive account of the history of Australia from ancient times to the present day. It relates the central events that have shaped the country and details their significance in historical context, touching on all aspects of the history of the country, from political, international, and economic affairs to cultural and social developments. Illustrated with full-color maps and photographs, and accompanied by a chronology, bibliography, and suggested reading, this accessible overview is ideal for the general reader. Coverage includes: Diversity—Land and People Indigenous History European Exploration and Early Settlement Gold Rush and Governments Federation and Identity Formation Realignment Populate or Perish Constitutional Crisis Contradiction and Change The Howard Years Australia in Turmoil