Through Australian eyes : colonial perceptions of Imperial Britain
by
Hassam, Andrew.
Title
:
Through Australian eyes : colonial perceptions of Imperial Britain
Author
:
Hassam, Andrew.
ISBN
:
9780522849516
Personal Author
:
Hassam, Andrew.
Publication Information
:
Carlton South, Vic. : Melbourne University Press, 2000.
Physical Description
:
ix, 220 p., [16] p. plates; 23 cm.
Abstract
:
Takes an innovative look at the development of Australian identity, by examining experiences outside Australia. The book draws on unpublished diaries and letters by Australians visiting Britain, to explore how colonial Australians developed a sense of "Australian-ness" while maintaining the cultural identities and values of the "old country".
Subject Term
:
National characteristics, Australian.
Australians -- Great Britain.
National characteristics -- Great Britain -- Colonies.
Geographic Term
:
Great Britain -- Foreign public opinion, Australian.
Australia -- Relations -- Great Britain.
Great Britain -- Relations -- Australia.
| Library | Material Type | Item Barcode | Shelf Number | Copy |
|---|
| IIEMSA | General Books | 33168015721174 | 305.824041 H353T 2000 | 1 |