Produced in partnership with the National Museum of Australia, The Story of Australia by Robert Lewis is an accessible, essential history resource for every family
How did Australia’s earliest human inhabitants reach the island continent?
Which discovery ushered in a new era of immigration, prosperity and technological advancement?
How did a far-flung colony and military outpost transform into one of the wealthiest and most peaceful nations in the modern world?
Dip into the pages to discover these answers and more ...
This detailed illustrated history of Australia journeys from the formation of the continent to the growth of a modern, thriving nation. Clear, accessible text offers explanations of key events and the people behind them.
From the enduring cultures of Australia’s Indigenous people, European exploration and colonisation, and the tragic impacts of two world wars, The Story of Australia concludes with the exciting fast-paced development of the last decades of the 20th century.
Produced in partnership with the National Museum of Australia, The Story of Australia draws on the museum’s rich collection of objects, photographs and artefacts. Entertaining, colourful and inviting, The Story of Australia is the essential history resource for every home and library.
