An outstanding collection of photographs of Australia. This is a very superior 'coffee table' which ranges widely from the coast of Western Australia to the Great Barrier Reef in northern Queensland. The photographs were originally collected by people outside Australia and consequently are a fresh and original look at the major sites and attractions around the country. This is part of an international series of books which have been specifically created as a substitute for postcards and amateur photographs. If you are travelling around Australia you will find excellent photographs of nearly everywhere you plan to visit. 176 pages

An outstanding collection of photographs of Australia. This is a very superior coffee table book which ranges widely from the coast of Western Australia to the Great Barrier Reef in northern Queensland. The photographs were originally collected by people outside Australia and consequently are a fresh and original look at the major sites and attractions around the country. 168 pages.

For tens of thousands of years the Yolngu people of Arnhem Land, on the strikingly beautiful northern coast of Australia, have lived a life rich in culture and tradition. Intimately connected to the land, Yolngu daily existence has revolved around hunting, gathering, fishing and ceremony.

Much of that ancient way of life remains today and has been captured for this book through the extraordinary lens of Peter McConchie, who lived for six months on the Gove Peninsula with the Yolngu people. The result is a view of their life from the inside. Aboriginal Spirit: Yolngu Mali includes text transcribed from stories told by Yolngu people, and is a superb evocation of a unique and profound culture.

Josephine Flood, an authority on Aboriginal heritage sites, conducts a fascinating region by region tour into the distant past. This invaluable, revised edition features current information on site access and is illustrated by many maps, line drawings and photographs. An indispensable and wide-ranging guide, it explores the cultural and natural marvels of Australia's prehistoric environment.

Aboriginal Australia presents selected themes that relate to indigenous Australians against a background of traditional, colonial and contemporary experiences. Particular facets of the lives of Aboriginal Australians are revealed through an examination of their struggle to maintain a strong identity and heritage while actively participating in Australian society. Reflected throughout the work is how this process enriches the Australian community as a whole.

This new, fully revised and corrected edition gives an up-to-date account of recent events of significance for the indigenous people of Australia. It takes account of Mabo, the momentous Native Title decision of the High Court to overturn the concept of terra nullius and recognise pre-colonial occupation of Australia, including property rights.

Gallipoli was the final resting place for thousands of young Australians. Death struck so fast there was not time for escape or burial. And when Gallipoli was over there was the misery of the European Campaign. Patsy Adam-Smith read over 8000 diaries and letters to write her acclaimed best-seller about the First World War. Soldiers sought her out to tell her why they went, what they saw, and how they felt about that great holocaust. Their simple accounts are more vivid than any novel; the years have not dimmed their memories of lost comrades and the horrors of war. These are the extraordinary experiences of ordinary men - and they strike to the heart. The Anzacs remains unrivalled as the classic account of Australia's involvement in the First World War.

The sacred nature of Anzac day is as important to Australians now as it was nearly a century ago. But why? Integral to an understanding of its continuing significance is an understanding of the relationship between the Pioneer and Anzac experiences, and their effect on the evolution of an Australian consciousness. This fascinating book examines the legends, the heroes and the heartbreak.

All the facts and figures you could ever need, at your fingertips! What are Australia's largest industries? How much is our government spending on defence? Who makes up the average Australian household? And what do we watch, read, listen to, eat and drink? Australia in facts and figures gives you the latest essential information on every aspect of Australia and being Australian. With geographic, economic, political, social and environmental facts presented clearly and concisely, this comprehensive and easy-to-use book is an invaluable addition to every office and home.

Written by Tyrone T. Thomas, who has written extensively about bushwalks in Australia, this 178 page book is designed very specifically for people actually intending to do the walks throughout Australia. The walks are not comprehensive. There are eight in NSW, 3 in Queensland, two in the NorthernTerritory, one is South Australia (Wilpena Pound), 4 in Victoria and two in Tasmania. It is not a coffee table book for people who dream about doing interesting bushwalks. The book opens with the usual sensible advice - safety, common sense, first aid, equipment, mapping, food, navigation etc - and then it is straight into the 20 walks. There is a useful map (more detailed map references are provided), a comprehensive description of what you will see on the walk and then the basic information: time it takes to complete the walk, degree of difficulty, distance (to the nearest 100 metres) and other pertinent information. Walks range from easy to hard. The author knows Australia and these are his favourite walks. This is a book for every bushwalker whether serious (there are three day walks) or social. The instructions are clear and, as far as we can determine, the information is accurate and sensible.

The Surfer's Travel Guide was the first book to emerge from Liquid Addictions, which grow from memorable road trips and countless waves. The guide is a comprehensive reference to all the things that are essential for the surfer who is prepared to wander the shores of Australia. From the one week jaunt down the coast to the endless travels of this country.

There is enough information to keep the most intrepid travellers satisfied. This guide is a culmination of talents from contributors who have made the ocean their life source. It includes in-depth wave description for every major break in Australia, a comprehensive accommodation, food and party guide.

James Cook began his seafaring career in the 'coal cats' of the North Sea trade. He served in the Royal Navy, playing a major part in the capture of Quebec during the Seven Year's war. Appointed to HMS Endeavour - a collier bark - he led an expedition to Tahiti, Australia, New Zealand and Batavia. His second voyage in HMS Resolution took him far south to the Antartic while his third great voyage, also in the Resolution, bore him to his violent death in Hawaii.

This book explores not only Captain Cook's monumental achievements as an explorer, but also gives him great credit as a seaman of inspired efficiency and enterprise, pioneering trade routes, charting the seas and dispelling the cloud of the unknown for seamen of all time.

Written by Sven Klinge, who has written extensively about cycling in Australia, this 223 page book is designed very specifically for people actually intending to cycle in New South Wales. The trips are divided into Alpine, Coast, Cultural, Lakes, Lookouts and Rivers. The book opens with 100 pages of advice and information including such exotica as the history of the bicycle and its particular history in the Australian bush - and then it is straight into the 76 rides - including the author's Top 10. There is information about the distance of each journey, the gradients, the time it will take, the amount of walking (and the possibility of walking sidetrips), the height variation, transport to the starting point and suggestions on the best maps to use. This is a book for every cyclist whether serious or social. The instructions are clear and, as far as we can determine, the information is accurate and sensible.

There is always something new to discover about Australia. This handy reference book gives you all the facts and figures in an easy-to-use format. Filled with information about Australia's history, its currency, its government, its native plants and animals and much more, The Pocket Aussie Fact Book is essential reading for travellers, students and anyone interested in this fascinating country. Everything you need to know about Australia in your pocket.

No matter what your budget or whether it's your first trip or fifteenth, Fodor's Gold Guides get you where you want to go. In this completely up-to-date guide our experts who live in Australia give you the inside track, showing you all the things to see and do -- from must-see sights to off-the-beaten-path adventures, from shopping to outdoor fun. Fodor's Australia shows you hundreds of hotel and restaurant choices in all price ranges -- from budget-friendly B&Bs to luxury hotels, from casual eateries to the hottest new restaurants, complete with thorough reviews showing what makes each place special. The Smart Travel Tips A to Z section helps you take care of the nitty gritty with essential -- from how to take your mountain bike with you to what to do in an emergency. Plus, web links and mix-and-match itineraries make planning a snap.

Between 1629 and 1727 at least six Dutch ships were marooned or lost sailors on the west coat of Western Australia. What was the fate of those shipwrecked survivors? Did they die in misery soon after being marooned? Or did they intermarry with local Aborigines and leave traces - their ghosts - in an entirely new cultural group?

Centred on Australian suburbia in the 1960s, 70s and 80s, The Lovemakers explores the inner and outer tensions of families and society, and the rituals of home extensions, weddings and public-service career paths. Meanwhile, in the city, the demi-monde transforms itself into the drug culture. Alan Wearne's stunning verse-novel builds powerfully to its emotional heart: the triangle of Barb, her husband Roger and her lover Neil.

There has never been a book like The Lucky Country. Outselling all other books on Australia, it has helped shape the society it set out to explore. The phrase 'the lucky country' has become part of the Australian language, setting the guidelines for debates about the Australian way of life. When it was first published in 1964 as a radical critique of the philistinism, provincialism and dependence of Australian society, the book caused a sensation. Stylish and witty, it has become a classic. Although a study of the confident Australia of the 1960s, it still has much to offer decades later. This edition contains a new introduction by the author which takes a fresh look at the book and examines its value not only as a source of continuing truths and revealing snapshots of the past, but above all as a key to understanding the anxieties and discontents of Australian society today.

Written by Michelle Matthews this richly illustrated 140 page book provides detailed and comprehensive information on nearly 120 specialist shops in central Sydney and suburbs. It is the perfect addition for anyone planning to visit Sydney and do a lot of shopping. It reaches well beyond the major shopping destinations and the larger and well-known shops and attempts (successfully) to discover unusual and interesting shops. Included are the Gavala Aboriginal Cultural Centre, a store specialising in the best fabrics produced by the Australian cotton industry, the Wilderness Society Shop, a handmade cosmetics store, a shop where all the products are made from hemp - and so on. If you are looking for something different this is a very handy guide.

Designed specifically for visitors planning to spend a week in Sydney, this interesting and photographically attractive book is divided into days - Day One - Birthplace of Australia, Day Two - Heart of the City, Day Three - Darling Harbour and Chinatown, Day Four - Bondi and the Eastern Suburbs, Day Five - Manly and the Northern Beaches, Day Six - Exploring the Western Harbour, Day Seven - West to the Blue Mountains. There is supplementary material on a Day at the Zoo, Harbourside Walks, Bushwalking, Cruising and trips further afield to the vineyards of the Hunter Valley, the Southern Highlands and the South Coast. 176 pages

Written by Bruce Elder, this collection of 71 trips around New South Wales is a companion volume to Explore Queensland. It is extensively illustrated containing both maps and photographs. 71 areas of New South Wales are explored. Where possible the routes last less than a day and are circular (ie the traveller will return to where they start from). The entire state is comprehensively covered and the information provided ranges from historic buildings and monuments to national parks, scenic sites and commercial attractions. It is ideal for the person who wants to explore specific areas of the state as it provides very detailed information on the major attractions in most of the state's major towns.

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's natural wonders, a stunning wonderland of bright corals, exotic marine life and dotted with idyllic tropical islands. Whatever your budget or the activities you want to enjoy - diving, snorkelling, hiking or just lying on the beach - this comprehensive guide will help you find your own tropical paradise.

Written by locals for locals, Lonely Planet: Out to Eat - Sydney 2002 dishes up over 400 individually recommended restaurants, cafes and bars. Where to eat without the hype - whether you're craving a burger in Bondi, kimchi in Campsie or panna cotta at Palm Beach, outtoeat will steer you to Sydney's top tables, local haunts and beyond. With quick-scan indexes - find out where's best to close-the-deal or take the kids for a babycino. Get the nitty-gritty - each review covers price ranges, noise levels, and vegetarian options. From starched linen to laminex - this guide covers the full spectrum, to satisfy all tastes and all occasions.

Written by Tyrone T. Thomas, who has written extensively about bushwalks in Australia, this 319 page book is designed very specifically for people actually intending to do the walks throughout New South Wales. The walks are divided into - Sydney and Gosford, Blue Mountains, Lord Howe Island, Northern Region, Wollongong and ACT, Southern Inland and Snowy Mountains. It is not a coffee table book for people who dream about doing interesting bushwalks. The book opens with the usual sensible advice - safety, common sense, first aid, equipment, mapping, food, navigation etc - and then it is straight into the 100 walks. There is a useful map (more detailed map references are provided), a comprehensive description of what you will see on the walk and then the basic information: time it takes to complete the walk, degree of difficulty, distance (to the nearest 100 metres) and other pertinent information. Walks range from pleasant 2 hour wanders to difficult 2-3 day walks. This is a book for every bushwalker whether serious (there are three day walks) or social. The instructions are clear and, as far as we can determine, the information is accurate and sensible.