The Victorian Gold Fields 1852-3
Art, Design & Photography History Australiana
The Victorian Gold Fields 1852-3 by historian Michael Cannon revisits Australia’s explosive gold-rush era in a richly illustrated, 100-page hardcover. First published in 1982, this scarce first edition blends art history, colonial biography and social commentary to show how fortune-seekers transformed Victoria almost overnight.
Collectors prize the book for its archival sketches, period photographs and detailed captions that bring the diggings to life. Each image is carefully contextualised, making the volume both a visual feast and a compact reference for hobbyists, educators and Australiana enthusiasts.
Presented in its original dust jacket, the copy remains clean and tight; light jacket scuffing and an occasional faint crease are the only minor signs of age. The gilt-stamped navy boards and sturdy binding show no ex-library markings, ensuring shelf appeal for antiquarian collectors.
A concise yet authoritative portrait of Australia’s golden frontier, this out-of-print title is an essential addition to any Australian history, art history or colonialism library. Secure this vintage illustrated hardcover before it disappears into private collections.
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