Historical Geography Mod Australia: The Restive Fringe: 11 (Cambridge Studies in Historical Geography, Series Number 11)
Cambridge University Press
Edition: Illustrated, 8/21/2008
EAN 9780521408295, ISBN10: 0521408296
Paperback, 424 pages, 23.4 x 15.6 x 2.4 cm
Language: English
This is the first authoritative and comprehensive historical geography of Australia during the second century of white occupation. Originally published in hardback in 1988, Dr Powell's substantial study immediately established itself as essential reading for all those with a serious interest in Australian studies.
List of illustrations
List of tables
Preface
Part I. Crimson Thread, 1880–1914
1. Prodigal children
an introduction
2. State and nation
Part II. Building The Temple, 1914–50
3. Imperialism, protectionism, democratic nationalism
4. Debt of honour
Soldier Settlement, 1915–29
5. Science and the frontier
6. Conservation and planning in the 'last of lands'
Part III. Nationalism And Dependency, 1950–86
7. A changing society
8. The Janus face of Australian industry
9. Agriculture and the modern federation
10. Conclusion
arrivals and departures
Notes
Select bibliography
Index.
'This book is a most welcome addition to the Australian literature generally and will be particularly well received by both historians and geographers working on a wide range of topics concerning our continent. Powell's book truly spans the two disciplines, disciplines which he correctly identifies as almost inseparable in the Australian context.' Australian Geographer 'This book will have a major impact. It provides a basic key not only to the most significant published research of a leading Australian geographer, but also to the articulation and implementation of resource-based public policies and programmes in Australia over the last century.' Australian Geographical Studies