The Shearers
Author: Patsy Adam-Smith
Binding: Hardback
Published: Nelson., 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Sun-faded spine, some minor staining to page edges.
Patsy Adam-Smith's The Shearers chronicles the arduous lives and unique culture of Australia's legendary sheep shearers. This compelling work of social history illustrates the demanding conditions, camaraderie, and resilience that defined these itinerant workers. It presents a vivid portrait of a bygone era, detailing the traditions, songs, and struggles that shaped a vital part of the nation's heritage. Through meticulous research and personal accounts, Adam-Smith uncovers the spirit of a community that forged its identity against the vast, unforgiving Australian landscape.
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Author: Patsy Adam-Smith
Binding: Hardback
Published: Nelson., 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Sun-faded spine, some minor staining to page edges.
Patsy Adam-Smith's The Shearers chronicles the arduous lives and unique culture of Australia's legendary sheep shearers. This compelling work of social history illustrates the demanding conditions, camaraderie, and resilience that defined these itinerant workers. It presents a vivid portrait of a bygone era, detailing the traditions, songs, and struggles that shaped a vital part of the nation's heritage. Through meticulous research and personal accounts, Adam-Smith uncovers the spirit of a community that forged its identity against the vast, unforgiving Australian landscape.
