Australia & Oceania 89

W. C. Gosse's "Explorations, 1873" is a captivating account of the author's extensive travels through the then-uncharted wilderness of Australia. Written in an engaging prose style that reflects the……続きを見る

In "A Settler's 35 Years' Experience in Victoria, Australia," E. Hulme offers an invaluable first-hand account of colonial life in 19th-century Australia. The book is an amalgamation of personal ane……続きを見る

In "The Genesis of Queensland," Henry Stuart Russell presents an authoritative examination of the formation and development of Queensland, meticulously detailing its geographical, social, and politi……続きを見る

In "A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson," Watkin Tench offers a vivid and meticulous chronicle of the early days of the British penal settlement in Australia. Written with a combina……続きを見る

In "Narrative of an Expedition into Central Australia," Charles Sturt offers a meticulously detailed account of his journey through the arid heart of Australia during the early 19th century. Employi……続きを見る

In "The King Country; or, Explorations in New Zealand," J. H. Kerry-Nicholls offers a profound exploration of New Zealand's rugged landscapes and rich cultural tapestry during the late 19th century.……続きを見る

Embark on a thrilling adventure Propelled by the collapse of an intense love affair, eighteen-year-old Bruce Lowery sets off from his home in the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria for a yearlong adventur……続きを見る

The Second Battle of Krithia has existed largely in the shadows of the bigger Gallipoli story. It is, however, one of the most poignant and tragic tales of World War I. The fascinating story has bee……続きを見る

WINNER OF THE ANZAC MEMORIAL TRUSTEES MILITARY HISTORY PRIZE, 2025 NSW HISTORY AWARDS When Cyclone Tracy flattened Darwin on Christmas Day 1974, it was the worst natural disaster Australians had eve……続きを見る

Embark on a thrilling adventure Propelled by the collapse of an intense love affair, eighteen-year-old Bruce Lowery sets off from his home in the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria for a yearlong adventu……続きを見る

Creating a Nation That Is Fair for Us All Cindy Mathers has experienced firsthand the impact of our traumatised, fragmented, and broken systems on First Nations people, and indeed us all. She has be……続きを見る

Dive into the captivating world of Australian politics with 'The True Story of Anthony Albanese.' Uncover the untold journey of resilience, leadership, and love that propels Australia's Prime Minist……続きを見る

In the rugged Australian bush, young Ned Kelly forges an unlikely friendship with a young Aboriginal man, a bond that seems destined to be a guiding light. However, as he navigates the challenges of……続きを見る

This volume maps the phenomenon of medievalism in Aotearoa, initially as an import by the early white settler society, and as a form of nation building that would reinforce Britishness and ancestral……続きを見る

Sir Joseph Banks (1743–1820) was a British botanist and one of the most influential scientific patrons of the eighteenth century. After inheriting a fortune on the death of his father in 1761, Banks……続きを見る

This is the story of a remarkable pioneer, a Baptist missionary who established churches, and influenced communities, along the Great Southern Railway in Western Australia from 1898-1929. William Ke……続きを見る

Cyclone Tracy demolished Darwin, capital of the Northern Territory when it struck during the night of Christmas Eve and Christmas Morning, 1974. Over almost ten hours the small, intense, but slow-mo……続きを見る

The greatest engineering problem facing Australia - the tyranny of distance - had a solution: the electric telegraph, and its champion was the sheep-farming colony of South Australia. In two years, ……続きを見る

The gripping account of Australia in the Korean War and how 3RAR battalion held back an entire Chinese army division to prevent Seoul being overrun. 'In the only war in which Australian soldiers eve……続きを見る

During WWII and the years immediately following, several men were seen by the Australian Security Service as the most dangerous men in the Commonwealth. This history book uncovers the facts to invit……続きを見る

In the wake of devastation and poverty left by the Agricultural Revolution, young newlyweds Emma and Benjamin Bowden emigrate to the free colony of South Australia and the promise of a hopeful futur……続きを見る

For 100 years, the astounding story of Anzac horsemen, cameleers, aviators, rough riders, medics, vets, light and armoured cars hasn’t been told. Until now. Championed by Australia’s Lieutenant Gene……続きを見る

The story is set in the city of Melbourne in the latter half of the 19th century, when it was growing rapidly, due to the gold flowing from Ballarat and Bendigo in mid-Victoria. It concerns Dr James……続きを見る

The arrival of Europeans in Aotearoa brought about an inevitable clash between the laws and values of Maori societies and those of the newcomers. Like a subduction zone between two tectonic plates, ……続きを見る

A revealing memoir of a New Zealand diplomat's journey through 20th-century international relations. Terence O'Brien, a dedicated New Zealander, recounts his 50-year career navigating the complexiti……続きを見る

Winner: IP Picks 2011 Best Creative Non-Fiction. A sweeping account of Irish and Scottish families, The Rag Boiler’s Daughter portrays one woman’s resolve to provide her children with a brighter fut……続きを見る

An exquisitely detailed portrayal of settlement Australia in the 1800s, Black McIntosh to Gold spans a century as it traces a family’s migration from a fishing village in the far north of Scotland t……続きを見る

This groundbreaking book delves into the lived experiences and collective wisdom of Indigenous communities impacted by colonialism. Through collaborations with non-Indigenous colleagues, this book s……続きを見る

"Travel with a pen", these days, is a metaphor for travelling with a laptop. I went to Tasmania for two weeks, intending just to keep a diary of my experiences. I was going there to graduate from my……続きを見る

Unearthing the Uncomfortable Truths of New Zealand's Past. Richard Shaw's The Unsettled delves into the untold stories of Pakeha families grappling with their ancestors' roles in the colonization of……続きを見る