SydneyIn-depth portrait of Sydney from penal colony to modern metropolis by the well-known British travel writer. Examines the historical, economic, social and cultural side of this Tmost hyperbolic ... (and) shiniest' of cities left behind by the British empire. Other books by the author include the TPax Britannica' trilogy, TSpain' and TAmong Cities'. |
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References to this book
Australia: True Stories of Life Down Under Larry Habegger,Amy Greimann Carlson No preview available - 1999 |