The A To Z Of Australia

Author : James C. Docherty
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : History
ISBN : 9780810876347

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The A to Z of Australia by James C. Docherty Pdf

The last continent to be claimed by Europeans, Australia began to be settled by the British in 1788 in the form of a jail for its convicts. While British culture has had the largest influence on the country and its presence can be seen everywhere, the British were not Australia's original populace. The first inhabitants of Australia, the Aborigines, are believed to have migrated from Southeast Asia into northern Australia as early as 60,000 years ago. This distinctive blend of vastly different cultures contributed to the ease with which Australia has become one of the world's most successful immigrant nations. The A to Z of Australia relates the history of this unique and beautiful land, which is home to an amazing range of flora and fauna, a climate that ranges from tropical forests to arid deserts, and the largest single collection of coral reefs and islands in the world. Through a detailed chronology, an introduction, appendixes, a bibliography, and cross-referenced dictionary entries on some of the more significant persons, places, and events; institutions and organizations; and political, economic, social, cultural, and religious facets, author James Docherty provides a much needed single volume reference on Australia, from its most unpromising of beginnings as a British jail to the liberal, tolerant, democracy it is today.

Author : Alan Day
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2009-06-19
Category : History
ISBN : 081086326X

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The A to Z of the Discovery and Exploration of Australia by Alan Day Pdf

This engaging reference examines the history of, the search for, and the discovery of Australia, taking full account of the evidence for and the speculation surrounding possible earlier contacts by the Ancient Egyptians, Arabs, and Chinese seamen. Day brings the expeditions to life, expressing the desires that drove great sea captains deeper into turbulent waters searching for caches of spice, silks, and precious metals. Covers a wide variety of topics, including _ Seamen from eight nations _ The recovery of storm wrecked ships _ Diplomatic treaties _ Priority of discovery disputes _ Military and civil explorers and surveyors _ Topographical features _ Geographical terms and places _ Rivers and river system

Author : Armin Greder
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016-01-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1760113182

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Australia to Z by Armin Greder Pdf

'Australia to Z - an alphabet book, but not one for the young and teaching them their letters. Instead Armin Greder has cast his critical eye on us and our symbols.' Libby Gleeson.'Disquieting and potent - a "gloves off" account of Australian nationhood, and how we, as a culture, might appear to those from other cultures. This is a profoundly significant work which will - like Greder's The Island and The City - provoke, disturb and challenge the reader's perception of what it means to be Australian, and what it means to be a global citizen.' Dr Robyn Sheahan-Bright.

Author : Armin Greder
Publisher : Allen & Unwin
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781925268942

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Australia to Z by Armin Greder Pdf

'Australia to Z - an alphabet book, but not one for the young and teaching them their letters. Instead Armin Greder has cast his critical eye on us and our symbols.' Libby Gleeson 'Disquieting and potent - a gloves off" account of Australian nationhood, and how we, as a culture, might appear to those from other cultures. This is a profoundly significant work which will - like Greder's The Island and The City - provoke, disturb and challenge the reader's perception of what it means to be Australian, and what it means to be a global citizen.' Dr Robyn Sheahan-Bright"

Author : Albert Moran,Errol Vieth
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2009-07-21
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0810863472

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The A to Z of Australian and New Zealand Cinema by Albert Moran,Errol Vieth Pdf

This book is an introduction and guide to the film of Australia and New Zealand. With entries on many exceptional producers, directors, writers and actors, as well as the films indicated above and many others, this reference also presents the early pioneers, the film companies and government bodies, and much more in its hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries.

Author : Jess Racklyeft
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2019-07-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1922081787

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Dreaming of Australia A-Z by Jess Racklyeft Pdf

A delightful Australian alphabet that travels the country highlighting the expected and unexpected.

Author : Albert Moran,Chris Keating
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 548 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009-08-04
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0810870223

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The A to Z of Australian Radio and Television by Albert Moran,Chris Keating Pdf

Australians have become increasingly visible outside of the country as speakers and actors in radio and television, their media moguls have frequently bought up foreign companies, and people around the world have been able to enjoy such Australian productions as The Flying Doctors, Neighbours, and Kath and Kim. The origins, early development, and later adaptations of radio and television show how Australia has gone from being a minor and rather parochial player to being a significant part of the international scene. The A to Z of Australian Radio and Television provides essential facts and information concerning the Australian radio and television industry. This is accomplished through the use of a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries on directors, producers, writers, actors, television and radio series, and television and radio stations.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Australia
ISBN : 086777150X

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The A to Z of who is who in Australia's History by Anonim Pdf

Author : Diane McInnes
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2014-12-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1876561092

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Aussie Slang Down Under by Diane McInnes Pdf

Annotation. This book is checkers with colourful Australian slang.This unique dialect is widely spoken across Australia and manifests experiences from the country's broad history. From borrowing Aboriginal words, through convict roots, the gold rush and bush ranging years to the First World War, these words have emerged to depict fundamental aspects of the Australian character and identity. .

Author : Catherine Clowes,Rachel Gyan
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486313228

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Plantastic! by Catherine Clowes,Rachel Gyan Pdf

Did you know that there are plants that eat insects? Plants whose seeds spread in poo? Plants that move when you touch them? And plants that grow on other plants? Plantastic! presents 26 of Australia's most unique and incredible native plants. Discover and identify native plants found in your local park, bushland, or even in your very own backyard. With its perfect balance of fun facts, activities, adventurous ideas and gorgeous illustrations, Plantastic! will prove just how fantastic Australia's native plants really are!

Author : Bruce Elder
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Australia
ISBN : 0867773707

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The A to Z of who is who in Australia's History by Bruce Elder Pdf

Author : Adam Elliot
Publisher : Hamish Hamilton
Page : 55 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Dogs
ISBN : 1926428293

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The A - Z of Unfortunate Dogs by Adam Elliot Pdf

Famed filmmaker and animator Adam Elliot has drawn his delightful 'A to Z of Unfortunate Dogs', with rhyming couplets to match. From Audrey whose tongue is too long, to Zak who's hopeless at tricks, these wonderfully unfortunate dogs will charm and possibly challenge readers of all ages.

Author : Patricia Davis
Publisher : Random House
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2011-07-31
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781446446034

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Aromatherapy An A-Z by Patricia Davis Pdf

This is the most comprehensive encyclopaedia of aromatherapy available today, with over 400 entries covering more than 200 conditions, and 82 essential oils. It explains the properties of essential oils and the health conditions that benefit from them. There is also advice on hazardous oils. There are recipes and formulae for baths, creams and tonics. All the entries are comprehensive, fluently written and provide an easy-to-understand introduction to a wide range of topics. 'The simple fact that the a-z has sold over 300,000 copies worldwide since it was first published speaks for itself. It has earned and kept its place amongst the handful of indispensable reference books on aromatherapy ... this book has been justly subtitled 'the aromatherapist's Bible' - Aromatherapy Quarterly '... one of the most thoroughly researched books written on aromatherapy' - The International Journal of Aromatherapy

Author : Christine Helliwell
Publisher : Random House Australia
Page : 578 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2024-04-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9781761342356

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Semut by Christine Helliwell Pdf

March 1945. A handful of young Allied operatives are parachuted into the remote jungled heart of the Japanese-occupied island of Borneo, east of Singapore, there to recruit the island's indigenous Dayak peoples to fight the Japanese. Yet most have barely encountered Asian or indigenous people before, speak next to no Borneo languages, and know little about Dayaks, other than that they have been - and may still be - headhunters. They fear that on arrival the Dayaks will kill them or hand them over to the Japanese. For their part, some Dayaks have never before seen a white face. So begins the story of Operation Semut, an Australian secret operation launched by the organisation codenamed Services Reconnaisance Department - popularly known as Z Special Unit - in the final months of WWII. Anthropologist Christine Helliwell has called on her years of first-hand knowledge of Borneo, interviewed more than one hundred Dayak people and all the remaining Semut operatives, and consulted thousands of military and other documents to piece together this astonishing story. Focusing on the operation's activities along two of Borneo's great rivers - the Baram and Rejang - the book provides a detailed military history of Semut II's and Semut III's brutal guerrilla campaign against the Japanese, and reveals the decisive but long-overlooked Dayak role in the operation. But this is no ordinary history. Helliwell captures vividly the sounds, smells and tastes of the jungles into which the operatives are plunged, an environment so terrifying that many are unsure whether jungle or Japanese is the greater enemy. And she takes us into the lives and cavernous longhouses of the Dayaks on whom their survival depends. The result is a truly unique account of the encounter between two very different cultures amidst the savagery of the Pacific War.

Author : Great Britain. Public Record Office
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1876
Category : Electronic
ISBN : HARVARD:HNKHJ3

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