Bearbrass: Imagining Early Melbourne

Discover 'Bearbrass: Imagining Early Melbourne', an enchanting exploration of Melbourne's origins by renowned author Robyn Annear. This 272-page B-format paperback dives deep into the captivating narrative of early Melbourne, taking readers on a journey from the arrival of white settlers in 1835 to the transformative gold rush era. With richly detailed historical insights, 'Bearbrass' serves as both a nostalgic homage to the past and a modern reflection of the city's vibrant culture. Ideal for history enthusiasts and anyone intrigued by Melbourne's heritage, this book unveils the stories behind beloved locales like Equitable Place and the bustling life along Collins Street. Annear's engaging prose and sharp observations breathe life into the street scenes of yore, illuminating a city that thrives on its rich tapestry of history. Praised for her historian's eye and playful narrative style, Annear invites both locals and visitors to reimagine Melbourne's early days through a contemporary lens. This beloved text not only won the prestigious A.A. Phillips Award for Australian Studies but also continues to resonate with readers today. Experience the charm of early Melbourne with 'Bearbrass' and enrich your understanding of this remarkable city’s past. Perfect for gifting or personal collection, enjoy FREE shipping on this amazing literary journey! Please note that combined shipping with other products is not available for this item and allow up to 10 days for shipping.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781863956550
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: Black Inc
Pages: 272


Description:
'Just a little way down Collins Street, beside Henry Buck's, is a perpetually dark but sheltered laneway called Equitable Place. Here you'll find a number of places to eat and drink. Settle yourself in the window of one, shut your eyes, and picture this scene of yore . . . '
In this much-loved book, Robyn Annear resurrects the village that was early Melbourne - from the arrival of white settlers in 1835 until the first gold rushes shook the town - and brings it to life in vivid colour.
Bearbrass was one of the local names by which Melbourne was known and Annear provides a fascinating living portrait of the streetlife of this town. In a lively and engaging style, she overlays her reinvention of Bearbrass with her own impressions and experiences of the modern city, enabling Melburnians and visitors to imagine the early township and remind themselves of the rich history that lies beneath today's modern metropolis.
The original Bearbrass won the A.A. Phillips Award for Australian Studies in the 1995 Victorian Premier's Literary Awards.
' . . . Annear writes with an historian's eye for detail and a flair for ironic observation. An affectionate journey, rich in detail and character.' The Age

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