Gold: Forgotten Histories and Lost Objects of Australia (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781107403536)

A team of prominent historians and curators have produced this innovative cultural history of gold and its impact on the development of Australian society. Throughout history, gold has been the "stuff" of legends, fortunes, conflict and change. The discovery of gold in Australia 150 years ago precipitated enormous developments in the newly settled land. The population and economy boomed in spontaneous cities. The effects on both the environment and indigenous Aboriginal peoples have been profound and lasting.

Author: Iain McCalman
ISBN-10: 1107403537
ISBN-13: 9781107403536
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2011
Pages: 394
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.81d