Description
Discover the captivating narrative of 'Australians (Volume 3)', a profound exploration into the life of the nation through the eyes of its people. Authored by renowned writer Thomas Keneally, this historical masterpiece intricately captures Australia’s journey from the aftermath of World War I through a decade of monumental change. With 640 pages of engaging content, this book reveals the stories of both celebrated and unsung Australians who shaped the nation amidst global turmoil, including the Great Depression and the rise of Fascism. Keneally brings forth the immediacy of war, reflecting on how Australia was drawn into conflicts across Asia, Europe, and the Pacific, all while grappling with increasing domestic tensions dictated by events like the fall of Singapore and the bombing of Darwin.
The meticulously crafted prose reflects Keneally’s commitment to historical literacy, infused with empathy and compassion. Readers will explore the complexities of the 1950s, a period marked by suburban growth, political machinations under Robert Menzies, and the looming threat of nuclear warfare. With the backdrop of the Korean War and the shifts in Australian demographics through immigration, this volume is essential for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Australia’s evolving identity.
Ideal for history buffs, students, and anyone interested in Australian culture, 'Australians (Volume 3)' is an invaluable addition to any bookshelf. Get your copy today and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Australia’s past. **Condition:** BRAND NEW | **ISBN:** 9781925267280 | **Year:** 2015 | **Publisher:** Allen & Unwin | **Pages:** 640
**Delivery Information:** We offer fast and reliable delivery across New Zealand, ensuring your book arrives promptly.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925267280
Year: 2015
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 640
Description:
'A loving history of the Australian people' - Sydney Morning Herald
'...displays historical literacy, and plenty of humanity, empathy and compassion, all qualities rare in our public culture to be cherished when we find them.' - Weekend Australian
As in the two previous volumes of Australians, Thomas Keneally brings history to vivid and pulsating life. He traces the lives and the deeds of Australians known and unknown as the nation emerged from World War I into a decade of profound change through the Great Crash, the rise of Fascism and growth of the Communist Party. He explains how Australia was inexorably drawn into a war that led her forces into combat throughout Asia, Africa, Europe and the Pacific. At home an atmosphere of fear grew with the fall of Singapore and the bombing of Darwin, the Japanese advance and then the arrival of General MacArthur.
The 1950s-depicted by some as an age of full employment, by others as the age of suburban spread and boredom under the serene prime ministership of Robert Menzies-were as complicated as Menzies himself. Most Australians believed there would be nuclear war before the end of the decade. The Korean War and British testing of the atomic bomb in South Australia were seen as preludes. With the defection of the Soviet spy Ivan Petrov, Australians were convinced they were living in the last of days. On the street, the face of Australia was undergoing an Italian, Greek and Slavic-led change. And in even greater upheaval, Asian trade and immigration were coming our way as we advanced towards a war in Vietnam and the firming of the American alliance.<
The meticulously crafted prose reflects Keneally’s commitment to historical literacy, infused with empathy and compassion. Readers will explore the complexities of the 1950s, a period marked by suburban growth, political machinations under Robert Menzies, and the looming threat of nuclear warfare. With the backdrop of the Korean War and the shifts in Australian demographics through immigration, this volume is essential for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Australia’s evolving identity.
Ideal for history buffs, students, and anyone interested in Australian culture, 'Australians (Volume 3)' is an invaluable addition to any bookshelf. Get your copy today and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Australia’s past. **Condition:** BRAND NEW | **ISBN:** 9781925267280 | **Year:** 2015 | **Publisher:** Allen & Unwin | **Pages:** 640
**Delivery Information:** We offer fast and reliable delivery across New Zealand, ensuring your book arrives promptly.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925267280
Year: 2015
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 640
Description:
'A loving history of the Australian people' - Sydney Morning Herald
'...displays historical literacy, and plenty of humanity, empathy and compassion, all qualities rare in our public culture to be cherished when we find them.' - Weekend Australian
As in the two previous volumes of Australians, Thomas Keneally brings history to vivid and pulsating life. He traces the lives and the deeds of Australians known and unknown as the nation emerged from World War I into a decade of profound change through the Great Crash, the rise of Fascism and growth of the Communist Party. He explains how Australia was inexorably drawn into a war that led her forces into combat throughout Asia, Africa, Europe and the Pacific. At home an atmosphere of fear grew with the fall of Singapore and the bombing of Darwin, the Japanese advance and then the arrival of General MacArthur.
The 1950s-depicted by some as an age of full employment, by others as the age of suburban spread and boredom under the serene prime ministership of Robert Menzies-were as complicated as Menzies himself. Most Australians believed there would be nuclear war before the end of the decade. The Korean War and British testing of the atomic bomb in South Australia were seen as preludes. With the defection of the Soviet spy Ivan Petrov, Australians were convinced they were living in the last of days. On the street, the face of Australia was undergoing an Italian, Greek and Slavic-led change. And in even greater upheaval, Asian trade and immigration were coming our way as we advanced towards a war in Vietnam and the firming of the American alliance.<