Australia in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Remember Australia for ever with this exquisite cut-paper guide. This beautifully illustrated three-dimensional pocket guide unfolds to a length of 1.5 metres & features the most important sites in Australia, including Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Parliament House, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Twelve Apostles, Port Arthur, Daintree Rainforest, St Peter`s Cathedral, Wave Rock, Uluru, the Ghan, Kakadu National Park & the Great Barrier Reef. Presented in a slipcase, this is the perfect gift or souvenir for anyone wishing to remember a visit to Australia. It can be sold in gift, novelty or travel sections. It is great for counter displays as it makes the perfect impulse purchase. Presented in a stylish slipcase, it makes a great alternative to a postcard. ...

This landmark book charts the development of Australian art, from early Aboriginal work to that of the first colonial settlers, immigrant artists of the twentieth century & the culturally diverse inhabitants of the country today. Exploring this eclectic 300-year history, the book also celebrates key moments in the Australian canon, such as Sidney Nolans iconic paintings about the outlaw Ned Kelly, begun in the 1940s. In recent years the tenacious influence of European art on Australian practice has waned, making way for a highly original native art scene of international standing. Such contemporary artists as Tracey Moffatt, Fiona Hall & Vernon Ah Kee are also represented here. The art of this continent is indelibly linked to its epic landscape. This book focuses especially on this complex & evolving alliance, illustrating in paintings, prints, drawings, photographs & film & video stills the distinctive Australian terrain, & examining the ways in which Australian artists have sought to negotiate their identities in relation to the extremes of their l&. ...

Australia at 1:2, 800, 000 on a large, double-sided road map from Hildebrand with a vivid presentation of the country’s topography, an index which

Includes:: places of interest, street plans and/or suburbs maps of main cities, a comprehensive distance table, two general maps of the whole country, plus maps of the offshore islands. The map divides the country east/west, with Alice Springs included on both sides. Bold relief shading shows the topography, with plenty of names of individual mountain ranges, deserts, etc. The map shows the boundaries of national parks & other protected areas, Aboriginal lands, plus restricted entry areas. Road network presents the main highways with their numbers & names, &

Includes:: connecting regional roads plus selected smaller local roads. Driving distances are marked on main & regional routes. Main railway lines such as The Ghan or Trans-Australian are marked, also local airports. The map indicates interesting towns, UNESCO World Heritage sites, etc. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 2º intervals. The index has a separate list of places of interest. Map legend

Includes:: English. Also provided are: suburb maps of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Darwin & Canberra, plus for Sydney & Melbourne also city centre street plans; a state map of Australia, also indicating time zones; an overview map of Australia showing principal road & rail connections; a comprehensive distance table; plus panels with maps of Australia’s offshore islands.





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Insight Guide Travel Map Australia & New Zealand: This detailed travel map is all you need to plan your route & navigate your way around Australia & New Zeal&, & also

Includes:: area highlights, top attractions, places of interest, street plans, & a fabulous free app.· Travel Map Australia & New Zealand is drawn to scale & shows the entire country, complete with a comprehensive index· Ideal for planning your route, & on-the-road-exploring ·

Includes:: free app, with top travel tips, & additional area highlights· Features detailed street plans of Sydney· Outlines Top Attractions & places of interest, including national parks, nature reserves & heritage sites· Handy distance indicators, located in the margin, give distances to the nearest townand major locations· Shows roads, rail networks & ferry routes· Pictorial symbols allow for instant, easy recognition· Detailed topography, through the use of relief shading, with mountain ranges named, & peak heights given· Legend shown in eight languages



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Australia in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

A companion to the literature of Australia, this book takes the reader on a journey through the continent in 25 stories, ranging from the colonial period to contemporary Australia. The stories evoke the mysterious outback, the gum trees, kangaroos & dingoes, & the busy streets of Melbourne, Sydney & Perth, as well as some colourful Australian characters. ...

Australia is the only country in the world where every major stage in the earth's evolution can be witnessed through 'living fossils'. You step through time by experiencing Australia's stunning arid lands, tropical rainforests, palm grottoes, heathlands, island havens, & marine sanctuaries. But Australia doesn't stop there: the wildlife is brimming with unusual ways to survive an unrelenting environment where rain comes about once per decade. Check out the Thorny Devil, a reptile that slurps dew from its feet into the corners of its mouth through a surface network of microscopic aqueducts. Or the beautiful flowering Banksia that provide their nectar with essential amino-acids so their pollinating Honeyeaters don't need to waste time hunting high-protein food elsewhere. This book shows eco-travellers what to look for & why, plus how to get the best experience at each destination. From the Great Barrier Reef to the Queensland Wet Tropics, Ayers Rock to Sydney & the Blue Mountains, Hannah Robinson helps you find human-sized birds, understand the local geology, & much more. Travel destinations include many World Heritage sites. Resources included in the book will help you make the most of any visit. There are lists of wildlife guides, safaris, nocturnal expeditions, & dive companies; descriptions of walks & hikes from a half-hour to nine days in length, plus rafting trips & more; wilderness lodges, cabins, & starlit accommodation information. ...

A Complete Motoring Atlas is an excellent all-purpose motoring atlas, wherever you want to go throughout Australia. The 116 regional town maps are what really sets this atlas apart, & the marking of the visitor information centre locations helps the traveller access lots of vital information once they hit town. For those wanting touring advice, city, state & Australia wide information is provided, as well as inter-city routes. Distance & fuel consumption charts are a great help when planning your journey, & ensure there are no unexpected `stops` along the way. The attractive maps are clearly laid out & easy to read, & the comprehensive index makes it a breeze to find the location you are looking for.T ...

Australia in the Culture Smart range of pocket-sized guide books; providing detailed information on local customs, culture, etiquette & manners & ensuring that visitors are prepared for a diverse range of social environments. The series covers an extensive number of countries worldwide & are designed both for those working & living abroad, as well as for visitors who do not want to offend, either intentionally or inadvertently. Their aim is to prevent readers from making embarrassing mistakes & feel confident in unfamiliar situations, while preparing them before arrival on what to expect & how to behave. Each guide is arranged thematically, with dedicated individual chapters on land & people, values & attitudes, customs & traditions, making friends, people at home, ‘time-out’, travelling & communicating. There is also a separate chapter for business travelers, with important information on subjects such as business culture, meetings & making appointments. A Further Reading section also offers a list of recommended other history, travel literature & language titles available on the country. ...