150 Years Of Spring Street

Biography & Memoir History Australiana

150 Years of Spring Street by historian Robert Murray unpacks the dramatic backstory of Victoria’s Parliament House and the colourful Australian politicians who shaped a city and a state. This 2007 ASP paperback blends biography, politics and Melbourne history into a lively, authoritative narrative that appeals to adults and young adults curious about true stories behind the landmark.

Murray charts scandals, reforms and pivotal moments from 1856 to the present, giving readers an insider’s view of Spring Street’s evolving role in Australian politics. The result is a readable, information-packed account that doubles as an adult-education resource and a keepsake for anyone passionate about Melbourne’s past.

The used copy is in good condition: crisp, unmarked pages, tight binding, no writing or dog-ears, only light cover scuffing and edge wear from normal reading. Stored in a smoke-free home, it’s ready for the next enthusiast of Australian history and political biography.