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AUSTRALIANA NON-FICTION - EARLY SETTLERS, PIONEER LIFESTYLE & ABORIGINES
Australian Pioneers “Pioneers Of The Sheep Industry” (David Morrissey) $3 HB EC Looks at the squatters and the rush for grazing land, the development of the states as sheep farming expanded and how a sheep enterprise was run. Uncovers how a hut was built, starting a new run, the use of shepherds, not fences and the squatters problems. The drover’s life and journeys are discussed as well as shearers and carting wool. A wonderful resource full of illustrations and interesting text. 9+
Australian History In Song 3 “Click Go The Shears” (Pat Edwards) $5 PB VGC (Light tanning on inturns) A wonderful resource for the study of the sheep industry. Not only a collection of 12 songs with accompanying music scores, but also has a glossary of slang meanings and background information on each song. Has a section in the back about sheep shearers and the industry and a map to find places mentioned in the songs. Recommended! Any age.
Looking At Australian History “On The Sheep’s Back” (Peter Taylor) $3 PB VGC A colourful and entertaining book for the younger historian with clear, simple text. Looks at the introduction of the Merino by John Macarthur, the squatters and their life, how a sheep station worked including shearing and the rabbit plagues and the graziers life. 8-11 YO
Build Your Own Model Woolshed (John Nicholson) $6 PB EC Contains all you need to build a superb scale model of a woolshed, complete with outbuildings, pens, shearers, sheep, wool bales and a waggon. Very detailed both inside and out, so that you can see exactly how the building would function. Also has a fascinating introduction to the life and work of the shearers. Any age.
Hodder Australia “Sheep And Wool” (John Goode) $3 PB VGC There are ten sheep for every Australian and meat and wool are important Australian resources. This book covers all aspects of sheep growing – the early history, sheep farming today and the manufacture of woollen material. Great illustrations and easy text. 8-11 YO
Hodder Australia “Wheat” (John Goode) $3 PB VGC Today, as in ancient times, wheat is a vitally important crop which has dramatically influenced the way we live. This book tells the 200 year story of wheat in Australia. The simple and thorough text is accurately illustrated by colourful drawings, photos and diagrams. 8-11 YO
A Children’s History “Northern Territory And Australian Capital Territory” (Pamela Odijk) $3 PB VGC Looks at the complete history of NT from the tribes and early discoverers, to the first settlements, the overland telegraph line, cattle, sheep and pearling industries. Looks at the Aboriginal inhabitants of the ACT, the first white settlers, why the ACT was established and why the site was chosen. Contains a great selection of original illustrations. 9+
Beef Cattle (Sue Mackinnon) $3 HB VGC The story of beef production in Australia from the First Fleet until today. Brightly coloured illustrations on every page and clear, simple text for the younger reader. 6-9 YO
Greenhouse Books "Orchards" (Sue McCulloch) $2 HB GC (Ex lib) The story of the fruit industry in Australia from the first settlers to the vast irrigation areas centred around the Murray River and its tributaries. Brightly coloured illustrations on every page and clear, simple text for the younger reader. 6-9 YO
Australian Pioneers “Women Pioneers” (David Morrissey) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) (RRP $29.99) The women who came to Australia found life here very hard. Everything was different – the weather, the soil, the trees, crops and food, the landscape and the way of life. This book celebrates the women pioneers who were involved in farming and the sheep and cattle industries. Outlines the hardships, achievements and lives of women pioneers with stories of real people who worked hard and achieved great things. Many photos, charming illustrations, an index and a glossary. 8-12 YO
Outstanding Women In Australia “Pioneer Women” (Gloria Rolton) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) Australian pioneers faced many hardships when the country was first colonised and the difficult conditions made it a constant battle to go about daily activities. Few women were able to make a real difference in a period and land dominated by men. The lives and achievements of 12 notable pioneer women is chronicled in this book, along with lively photos, maps and illustrations. Includes a glossary and index. 8-12 YO
Aboriginal Technology “Watercraft” (Alex Barlow) $3 PB EC (Ex lib) Provides students with valuable insights into the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander life and culture, especially the types of watercraft, dugout canoes and rafts. Attractive layout with many photos and illustrations. 8-11 YO
Hodder Australia “Communications: Roads” (D.J. Ward) $3 PB EC Australian history is reflected in the development and use of its roads. This book traces the development of these roads – from the convict built roads which followed explorers and settlers, to highways and expressways of today. Methods of transport – bullocks, horses, coaches, wagons, stagecoaches, horse buses and trams are described and illustrated in historical context. Great illustrations and easy text. 8-11 YO
Hodder Australia “Communications: Sea (D.J. Ward) $3 PB EC Australians have always depended upon the sea for communication and trade. This book traces the role of the sea in Australian history and lifestyle – from the time of the first Australians, the Aborigines, to the present day. Exploration, navigation, early settlement, whaling, sailing clippers, steamships, riverboats, as well as harbours and ports are described in a lively and informative manner. Great illustrations and easy text. 8-11 YO