A Concise History of Australia
Editorial Review - Books+Publishing - Thorpe-Bowker and ContributorsWhen you think about it, we've a tradition of Australian history being written by experts not light on strong opinions or idiosyncratic forms of expression - Russell Ward, C E W Bean, Geoffrey Blainey, Robert Hughes, and, of course, the inimitable Manning Clark. I've nevertheless always felt frustrated as a bookseller when asked to recommend a `good Australian history' for the general reader or ... Read full review
Review: A Concise History of Australia (Cambridge Concise Histories)
User Review - Emilly - GoodreadsIf you've got a bit of time to skim through Australian history this book is a good start. It doesn't delve into the specifics of war or the Stolen Generations but it provides a general and concise ... Read full review
Review: A Concise History of Australia (Cambridge Concise Histories)
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Review: A Concise History Of Australia (Cambridge Concise Histories)
User Review - David Sarkies - GoodreadsMy previous arguments with relation to history books really do not apply here with Australia. From my memories of my school days, Australia did not have a history prior to 1789. Okay, a couple of ... Read full review
Review: A Concise History of Australia (Cambridge Concise Histories)
User Review - Jana - GoodreadsIt is really good book. As the title says, it's concise, it gives you all the info that you need to know, and eventually you will learn a lot about this young continent. Enjoyable read. Read full review