SKU: B-000707

Suburbs At War

Author: Helen Doyle

Special Features: 1st Edition, Inscription on dedication page

Condition: In very good condition. Clean and tidy pages.

Australian History Local History War Victoria Melbourne Suburbs Australian Suburbs

Suburbs at War by Helen Doyle brings to life the untold stories of Melbourne’s suburban communities during global conflict. This 2015 first edition chronicles how ordinary streets, factories and back-gardens became vital parts of Australia’s wartime effort.

Drawing on local archives and personal recollections, Doyle blends biography, economics and social history to show rationing, fundraising and victory gardens reshaped daily life. Readers interested in Australian history, Melbourne suburbia or true wartime experience will find fresh detail on every page.

The paperback is in very good condition with crisp, tidy pages throughout. A previous owner has added a neat inscription on the dedication page, making the copy unique without affecting readability.

Ideal for adults and young adults curious about local impact of world events, Suburbs at War offers a compelling, home-front perspective rarely found in military histories.

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