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Sandstone, a small town situated in the East Murchinson goldfield of Western Australia was one of the later goldfields to be developed, following on from the first finds at Halls Creek in 1885. This book was published by the Shire of Gladstone for its centenary celebrations in 1995. The author's narrative is informed by extensive local knowledge which has been thoroughly reinforced by research. This is a paperback/softcover 2007 second edition publication. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the book you will receive. The book is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please contact us prior to your purchase. -
This is only the second copy of this 1954 edition scarce title that I have been able to offer for sale. This book is full of timeless tips and a guide to dress sense for every woman. Topics vary from A (Accent, Accessories etc) to Z (Zest). Please check the photos provided and keep in mind that the book is seventy years old. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
- Pure new wool in CUMMING tartan.
- Measures approximately 75 cm x 85 cm.
- Made in Scotland.
- Free postage Australia wide.
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This fabulous hardback book of 258 pages celebrates the food landscape in Victoria, giving an insight into how and where our food is grown. Local food advocate and author Sarah Robins offers 80 seasonal recipes and information related to the production of food in Victoria, Australia. Please refer to the photographs provided as they are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Please refer to all photos provided. This 148 page book is in good overall condition. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
- Pure new wool scarf in black with an applied pair of skating penguins.
- Measures approximately 30 cm wide x 140 cm long, excluding fringe.
- Made in Scotland, exclusively for Selfridges London.
- Free postage Australia wide.
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Senior Cadet, 2nd Battalion Victoria (Australia) brass badge circa 1907? Please correct me if you know otherwise. Motto 'Pro Deo Et Patria' (For God and Country). The two lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 019 -
This book was first published by Seven Creeks Estate Pty. Ltd. Euroa Victoria in 1985 to coincide with the 150th anniversary of the state of Victoria. The book conveys the story of Eliza Forlonge and how she became one of the greatest pioneers in Australia; how she helped build the prosperity of Victoria and settled on the estate at Euroa, north east of Melbourne. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. The 122-page hardback book is in good condition. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
The Maynardville Open-Air Theatre is an outdoor theatre in Maynardville Park, Wynberg, Cape Town, South Africa. It is known for its annual 'Shakespeare in the Park' plays. This publication includes the following three productions - A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Taming of the Shrew and Hamlet. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Please notes this vintage reference manual has marks throughout. Except for these marks/staining it is in very good condition. It is a small book measuring 12 cm x 18 cm with spiral metal binding and a hard card cover. SHELL introduce this as "A booklet devoted to varied phases of mechanised farming with comprehensive information for "The Man on the Land." -
- Small white doiley with star shaped design
- 9cm x 4cm
- Free postage Australia wide
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The host of top-rating ABC TV show, Kitchen Cabinet, Annabel Crabb shares recipes for fabulous food that you can make and take to those you love. This 2015 hardback book of 232 pages is in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided and note there is a small scuff on the back external lower cover to the right of the barcode (noted for accuracy). Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This hardback book has two different Spot lift-the-flap stories; Spot's First Walk and Spot Goes to the Park. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
In this 579 page paperback book Joy E. Rainey relates the tales of yesteryear from a farming family. It was published by Kurrajong Press in Berwick, Victoria and printed by Monash Print Services, Caulfield East Victoria. Please note that the name of a previous owner has been stamped inside. Please refer to the photos provided. Overall it is in good condition but note please a crease to corner of front cover. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
- Australian made pure mohair pile scarf in the colour vermillion.
- Measures approximately 25cm wide x 155 cm long, excluding fringe.
- Free postage Australia wide.
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- White doiley with star shaped design
- 27cm x 19cm
- Free postage Australia wide
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This book has been prepared to render it of maximum usefulness to the reader. Please refer to the photographs provided which provide the Contents of this hardback 415-page book. Note the remnant paper affixed to one of the opening pages and note that the pull out diagram of a modern boiler plant is turned up at the edge, nothing serious but noted for accuracy. Please refer to all photos provided as they are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
In 1960 Stephanie Alexander's mother, Mary Burchett, published 'Through My Kitchen Door', a slender volume of recipes and reminiscences. At the time Mary's dedication to exploring 'foreign foods' set her apart from her contemporaries. In this book Stephanie presents her mother's original work annotated by family reminiscences and culinary tips. The 134-page hardback book with dustjacket is in good overall condition. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
In 1998 Australian designer Stuart Rattle purchased the dilapidated Musk schoolhouse and surrounding grounds and over the following years created a sanctuary inside and out. This book is a tribute to the much-loved designer and is a fitting memento to the talented and extraordinary person he was. The stunning photographs in the book are by Earl Carter and Simon Griffiths. Please refer to all photos provided. The book is in good condition throughout. Any questions please get in touch. -
Made in the Glebe Mill, Kilcar, County Donegal, Ireland this pure new wool peaked cap will fit a small sized adult head. The peak has a large press stud which snaps into place on the body of the hat as shown in the photos provided. -
You may remember Matthew Evans from the TV series 'Gourmet Farmer' which was set in Tasmania and featured his property known as Fat Pig Farm. This book is in 'as new' condition and is quite weighty. Please check all the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
'Tales Of The Whipstick: A History Of The Whipstick, Neilborough, Sebastian, Raywood and Myers Creek Gold Rushes, Victoria Australia. Please note that this softcover/paperback book has wear and there is damage along the edge of the rear cover. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the item you will receive. Any queries? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This new edition has been rewritten and the illustrations reworked. Every illustration has at least one riddle to solve. There are 34 altogether. The elusive Tasmanian Tiger lurks on every page. There are clues to a treasure, you just have to unravel the mystery. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the hardback 32-page book you will receive. Any questions? Please ask prior to purchase. -
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Viceroy tea was an Australian tea blend from the early 20th century.
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I believe this scarce strainer dates to around the 1920s.
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- 100% Linen tea towels
- Designed and printed in Australia
- 5 different colours available
- Free postage Australia wide
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This is a powerful memoir of a true Australian legend. Archie Roach was one of the stolen generation who was a talented musician and lyric writer. He was the 2020 Victorian of the Year and passed away in 2022. This book won the 2020 Indie Book of the Year (Non Fiction). This is a hardback edition with dustjacket and in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
1000 selected recipes and every recipe provided in this book is of proved merit and signed as such by the donors. Proceeds of the sale of this book at the time were devoted to Tanunda Soldiers' Memorial. Please check all photos thoroughly. This is a lightweight paperback book and as such, over the years the cover has become slightly grubby and one cover corner is missing. Inside is in good condition but note dogeared edges on some pages. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Bill Gammage is a historian and adjunct professor in the Humanities Research Centre at the Australian National University. For over a decade he has examined written and visual records of the Australian landscape and discovered that Aboriginal people managed the land in a far more systematic and scientific fashion than we have ever realised. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the softcover/paperback 434-page book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Scarce hardback book of 78 pages, published in 2003 by the Clan MacLeod of Australasia Pipe Band. Please refer to all the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
A popular publication in its day with over 500,000 copies sold. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Please note aged marks on the front pages and at the back of this soft cover/paperback book. There are also stains on the top of some pages and the corner of one page in the Stocks and Soups section is missing. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This book tells the story of travelling through north east Australia as one of seven children with two adults, six horses, four dogs and 3000 sheep. This 200-page paperback book offers a fascinating insight into life in the outback. The book is in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
If you're a Hawthorn supporter you'll love this book! As the title suggests it shares stories from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and 2000s, the golden years. This book has been signed by one of Hawthorn's greatest players, Robert DiPierdomenico. This heavy, 279-page hardback book with dustjacket is in good condition overall. Please refer to all photos provided and note the presence of some indentations on the dustjacket, nothing major but noted for accuracy. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
If you are after a pristine cook book this is not for you. If you are wanting one with loads of character that has been well used and added to with snippets cut from elsewhere and glued in, look no further. It is small, measuring approximately 13 cm x 18 cm. The lower section of page 199 has been cut out. The advertisements are interesting too. -
This item has never been opened and is still in shrink wrap. Please refer to both photos. Note please, there is a small bump half way along the bottom front edge and several other small bumps on the packaging. Produced by Universal Music Australia Pty Ltd in conjunction with Sony Music Entertainment and Thom Music Ltd. Presented as a 90 page hardback journal, The Great Australian Songbook includes 2 CDs along with handwritten lyrics, artwork and anecdotes from 40 of Australia's finest recording artists. -
The Hermitage Years of Edward Mannering and Marmaduke John Dixon. The beginnings of alpine climbing in New Zealand and the birth of the Alpine Cub of New Zealand. This hardback edition with dustjacket of 210 pages is in good condition. It has a 2003 inscription to Caroline and signature of author inside. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This book tells the story of a business that grew out of a blacksmith's shop. The oldest business in Shepparton, carried on by the same family and in the same place over five generations. This book is a great reference for the Furphy collector. This 99-page softcover/paperback book is in good overall condition. Please note that the previous owner's details have been handwritten inside in ink. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Who doesn't love a vintage 'pop-up' book? For its age this book is in good condition. Please refer to all the photos provided as these are of the actual book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
The fourth title in The Golden Boomerang Series, printed and published by WINN & CO. Sydney. This 32-page soft cover book is in good overall condition for its age. Note the spine is worn and there is a stain on the cover page. Please refer to all the photos provided as they are of the item you will receive. Any questions? Please get it touch prior to purchase. -
Stories of love, beauty and adventure on the open road. This book boasts hundreds of photographs showcasing handsome interiors and stunning landscapes and tells the stories of 25 travellers (solo, couples, families) who traded the comforts of home for home on the road. The book is in good condition throughout. Please refer to all photographs provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This picture book brings together trains and animals which children love and the rhyming text makes this a great book to read aloud to young children. The author Mark Carthew is an award-winning Australian children's author, poet, musician and educator. The bold illustrations by Matt Stanton are delightful. Please refer to all photos provided. Note that the pages are slightly glossy and show up creases etc readily. Note that there is a small area of damage on the internal back cover and last page where the page has stuck at some point to the cover. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
'The New East' by Michael Freeman, a heavy (1.67kg) 227 page hardback with dustjacket, is the first comprehensive volume to present this ongoing style revolution and is sure to inspire anyone looking to add harmony and sensuality to their homes. Rich photographs brilliantly showcase Asian designs for living. You'll find everything you need to know about combining Western design motifs with Eastern traditional elements, such as the Japanese sliding screens; creating harmonious balance between the indoor and the outdoor space; and selecting specific materials that make up the traditional design form in Asia, such as bamboo and stone. This book teaches how to adapt to the Asian design philosophy of reducing a space to its core essentials and thus creating a natural and simple minimalist look, ultimately adding a sense of serenity and tranquility. The book is in good condition overall. Please check all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This softcover book of 476 pages is published and distributed by Asia Books Co. Ltd. in Thailand and the quality is lacking. It was originally published in Great Britain by Bantam Press 1988. Some of the pages are creased but still legible. The paper pages are thin. Please refer to all the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Within this 261 page book a fascinating story is told of growing up in South Australia on the family farm near Mintaro and the twists and turns that life took from there. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Please ignore the black coat hanger in two of the photos which I used to prop the book open to take the photo. The book is in good condition throughout. Being a paperback/softcover there is some wear on each corner of the cover; insignificant but mentioned for accuracy. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This is a scarce first edition of this 213-page hardback book with dustjacket. Please refer to the photos provided and note that the dustjacket is not in perfect condition and that there is some yellowing to front and endpapers. Apart from that it is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
The author has watched the magnificent Sandra Pankhurst bring order and care to both the living and the dead. Sandra is no longer alive and this story is testimony to both her humanity and her fascinating life. This multi award winning paperback book consists of 261-pages. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This 128 page paperback book provides a history of the fishing industry in Geraldton and gives the history of the industry prior to 1939. It was written by well-respected Geraldton identity, Russell Cooper. For those interested in or keen to learn this is a great book to have on the fishing history in Western Australia. Please refer to all photos provided. The knife shown in photos is not included in the purchase but used to prop open the pages. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This book was first published in 1908 and established itself as a much-loved children's classic. This hardback edition of 249 pages was printed and bound in Germany. The book is in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Olegas Truchanas, a Lithuanian born Tasmanian was a master photographer and a champion of the Tasmanian wilderness. He was also a councillor of the Australian Conservation Foundation. He sadly lost his life in the Gordon River Gorge on January 6th, 1972. This book of 144 pages, including both colour and black and white plates, has gathered together his finest works. Please refer to all photographs provided as they are of the actual book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
In this softcover/paperback book of 89 pages the author relates her memories and history of Swan Point in Tasmania. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This is a sequel to 'Spear and Stockwhip'. Note that the pages are browned and that the dustjacket is not perfect. For a book that is over seventy years of age though it is in good overall condition. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
The 15th, 16th and 17th centuries saw masterpieces of painting and sculpture created in Italy. This book views these richest 300 years of Italian Art. The National Gallery Australia (Canberra) and the Melbourne Museum displayed major works from many regions of Italy in 2002 and this softcover publication of 271 pages is from this exhibition. The book is weighty and in good condition throughout. Please refer to all photos provided. Note a linear indentation on the back external cover. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Yang Liu was born in 1976 in Beijing and moved to Germany at the age of 13. After studying at the University of Arts Berlin, she worked as a designer in Singapore, London, Berlin and New York. In 2004 she founded her own design studio. Her works have won numerous prizes in international competitions and can be found in museums and collections all over the world. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the small, hardback book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This book celebrates the extraordinary and colourful history of the iconic Tolarno Bistro in Fitzroy Street, St Kilda. Started in the 1960s by Georges and Mirka Mora, art met life with interesting results. Tolarno Bistro closed in 2006 and this book is a record of an influential era of cooking, eating, drinking and being creatively merry. Authors are Iain Hewitson and Bob Hart and photography is by Greg Elms. This 264-page hardback book with dustjacket is in good condition throughout. Please refer to the photographs provided. Any questions? Please get in touch.
