Going It Alone: Australia's National Identity In The Twentieth Century
Author: W. F. Mandle
Binding: Hardback
Published: Allen Lane The Penguin Press, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Lengthy inscription on fep. Otherwise internally sound.
This scholarly work chronicles the complex evolution of Australia's national identity throughout the twentieth century, examining the forces that shaped its unique character. It presents a detailed analysis of the political, social, and cultural shifts that defined the nation's journey towards self-understanding. The author argues for a distinctive Australian perspective, often forged in isolation from traditional European influences. This insightful volume illustrates how a young nation grappled with its place in the world, offering a compelling narrative for historians and those interested in post-colonial studies. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the foundational elements that continue to inform Australian self-perception today.
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Author: W. F. Mandle
Binding: Hardback
Published: Allen Lane The Penguin Press, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Lengthy inscription on fep. Otherwise internally sound.
This scholarly work chronicles the complex evolution of Australia's national identity throughout the twentieth century, examining the forces that shaped its unique character. It presents a detailed analysis of the political, social, and cultural shifts that defined the nation's journey towards self-understanding. The author argues for a distinctive Australian perspective, often forged in isolation from traditional European influences. This insightful volume illustrates how a young nation grappled with its place in the world, offering a compelling narrative for historians and those interested in post-colonial studies. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the foundational elements that continue to inform Australian self-perception today.
