Australian Wildlife in the unique Wildlife Guide series by Bradt; focusing exclusively on the wildlife of selected regions & countries worldwide, exploring birds, mammals, insects, plants, habitats, geology, conservation, hikes & top bird-watching sites. Each title in the series is an ideal introduction to the wildlife of the destination & an ideal visitors’ souvenir. Bradt are one of the country’s leading independent publishers & have an ethos that focuses on responsible travel, in alliance with a philosophy of sustainability; both in the destinations the guides cover but also in encouraging tourists to limit the impact they have on the local environment. An introductory section gives a wildlife overview of the destination, human history, national parks & other protected areas & alien invasion. Further initial chapters cover The Land & habitats, with detailed information on geography & geology, the history of the l&, climate & weather, the coast, forests, lakes & rivers & alpine & sub-alpine climates. Individual animal groups – Birds, Mammals, Reptiles, Amphibians & Freshwater Fish, Invertebrates & Plants & Fungi – have dedicated chapters, & detailed descriptions of the animals are accompanied by colour photographs, aiding identification. Inset boxes throughout the text also provide detailed examination of a particular species or notable feature about the indigenous wildlife. A Where to Go chapter at the end of each guide provides details of the destination’s national parks & protected areas, activities, wildlife hotspots & practical planning & travel information, including local transport & accommodation. ...

James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion is the No. 1 bestselling guide on wineries & wine in Australia. Keenly anticipated by winemakers, faithful collectors & wine lovers alike, the 2013 edition has been completely revised & updated to bring you up-to-the-minute information. Halliday shares his extensive knowledge of wine via detailed tasting notes, each of which

Includes:: vintagespecific ratings & advice on optimal drinking, as well as alcohol content, price & a value rating. He provides important details on wineries u including opening times, contact details, vineyard sizes & web addresses u in addition to biographies on each, & information about the winemakers. An indispensable reference for all enthusiasts of Australian wine, the Australian Wine Companion is a must-have for anyone planning to visit a wine-growing region or to replenish their cellar or wine rack. It is the most authoritative & entertaining guide to Australian wine.

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To catch the essence of a country it is helpful to know what the natives are talking about. However, though Australians speak English, many of the words they use are unfamiliar to us poms. This little pocket guide will help you not to end up looking like a nong! ...

Australia`s contribution to the Great War has become part of the core of its national identity, & this work from the Australian War Memorial`s Peter Burness offers a compact, thoroughly-illustrated & authoritative survey of the founding of the ANZAC tradition. From the shores of Gallipoli, through the trenches of France & Belgium, to the Light Horse in the Middle East, Australians at the Great War: 1914-1918 showcases photographs, artworks, posters, maps & artefacts from the War Memorial`s comprehensive archive, along with detailed historical & anecdotal passages. Both as a testament to the courage of Australians at war, & as a guide to Australia`s cultural legacy, Australians at the Great War: 1914-1918 is the perfect introduction. ...

In this companion volume of Thomas Keneally`s widely acclaimed history of the Australian people, the vast range of characters who have formed our national story are brought vividly to life. Immigrants & Aboriginal resistance figures, bushrangers & pastoralists, working men & pioneering women, artists & hard-nosed radicals, politicians & soldiers all populate this richly drawn portrait of a vibrant land on the cusp of nationhood & social maturity. From the 1860s to the great rifts wrought by World War I, an era commenced in which Australians pursued glimmering visions of equity in a promised l&. It was a time of social experiment & reform, of industrial radicalism & women`s rights. We were a society the world had much to learn from, or so we believed. But as much as we espoused we were a special people & celebrated a larrikin anti-authoritarianism, we retained provincial objectives that saw ultimate respect for society`s structures. There was no Australian revolution. With a rich assortment of contradictory, inspiring & surprising characters, Tom Keneally brings to life the people of a young & cocky nation. This is truly a new history of Australia, by an author of outstanding literary skill & experience, & whose own humanity permeates every page. ...

In this companion volume of Thomas Keneally`s widely acclaimed history of the Australian people, the vast range of characters who have formed their national story are brought vividly to life. Immigrants & Aboriginal resistance figures, bushrangers & pastoralists, working men & pioneering women, artists & hard-nosed radicals, politicians & soldiers all populate this richly drawn portrait of a vibrant land on the cusp of nationhood & social maturity. From the 1860s to the great rifts wrought by World War I, an era commenced in which Australians pursued glimmering visions: of equity in a promised l&. It was a time of social experiment & reform, of industrial radicalism & women`s rights. But as much as larrikin anti-authoritarianism was celebrated, Australians retained a provincialism
- there was no Australian revolution. With a rich assortment of contradictory, inspiring & surprising characters, Tom Keneally brings to life the people of a young & cocky nation.
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This is a personal trek across a continent at the beginning of the post-civilized world. According to Soutter, a Sydney cabbie, civilzation has run its course & Australia is on the verge of a return to a pastoral, nomadic, spiritually liberated post-industrial age. When not being fascinated & repelled by his punters, Soutter & his girlfriend go to the farthest reaches of the outback, to commune with nature on Aboriginal hunting grounds. Meditating along the way upon the myth of the founding fathers & tracing the origins of the Sheila cult, Soutter, in this book, combines his own experience with a deep historical & critical insight into the realities & eccentricities of the Australian way of life. ...

This fully illustrated guide describes over 60 of the best sites for viewing both common & rare species. Organised by state, detailed descriptions of each site cover the type of terrain & specific spots at which certain species are likely to be encountered. A fact file for each site details how to get there; facilities; nearby services & accommodation. Key species foreach site are also listed. ...

Australia is a vast land filled with many fascinating destinations, but it would take several lifetimes to visit them all. Australia`s Top 100 Places to Go is the book that everyone visiting Australia should have in their possession, to help you design your own travel bucket list. The top 100 places included here have been determined by public voting on the Places We Go website, together with Jen Adams & Clint Bizzell`s own favourite travel experiences. For each destination there are stunning images, descriptions of things to see & do, & useful"es from the authors & members of the public. A map of Australia with all 100 places pin-pointed at the front of the book means that you can tick off the places you`ve visited. Organised into state chapters, this book is the ultimate Australian travel reference guide. ...