The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Australian History (Oxford Paperback Reference) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195536649 ISBN 13: 9780195536645

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 1995

Synopsis

Which Australian Prime Minister was born in Chile? Whose reputed final words were "Such is Life?" What do the colors of the Aboriginal flag represent? Which Australian place became known as the "Port of Pearls?" The answers to these and hundreds of other questions can be found in this new, updated, and considerably expanded edition of The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Australian History.
Beginning with the Aboriginal flag and ending with Zeehan, the dictionary has entries on significant people, places, institutions, ideas, movements, events, artifacts, and documents, drawn from political, diplomatic, military, social, economic, cultural, and scientific fields. Extensive cross-references guide the reader to related entries. This authoritative and highly readable reference book is indispensable for anyone interested in Australian history.

About this title

About the Author

Dr Jan Bassett is an Associate in the Department of History at the University of Melbourne.

Review

"Accurate, convenient to use and covers an interesting subject....This little book provides answers to hundreds of questions about Australia's history, culture and society....A useful and handy addition to the home library. It is suitable for students of all ages, trivia buffs and history fans alike."--Geelong AdvertiserR

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0195536649
• ISBN 13: 9780195536645
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 348
• Editor: Bassett Jan