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Heritage
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Discover 'Heritage', a compelling B-format paperback that takes you on an exhilarating journey through pivotal moments in history. With an ISBN of 9781761041273, this brand new edition, published in 2020 by Penguin Australia Pty Ltd, spans 608 pages of riveting storytelling. Dive into the saga of refugees from over seventy nations who defied adversity to partake in the extraordinary Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme, a landmark engineering achievement of the 20th century. As these courageous individuals navigated their own struggles, they forged a unified national identity beneath Australia's Southern Cross.
This powerful narrative weaves together personal tales from war-torn Europe to the stunning landscapes of Australia, offering a vivid exploration of rebirth and resilience. With themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the meaning of the Australian spirit, 'Heritage' is both a tribute and a gripping read.
Enjoy FREE shipping on your purchase, with delivery times up to 10 days. Note that combined shipping with other products is not applicable for this item. A must-read for history buffs, those passionate about engineering marvels, and anyone interested in stories of hope and survival.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761041273
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 608
Description:
They came to change the course of a river. And changed the course of their lives . . .
In a time when desperate people were seizing with both hands the chance for freedom, refugees from more than seventy nations gathered beneath the Southern Cross to forge a new national identity. They came from all over wartorn Europe to the mountains of Australia to help realise one man's dream- the mighty Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme, one of the greatest engineering feats of the 20th century.
People of all races and creeds tunnelled through a mountain range to turn the course of a majestic river, trying to put to rest ghosts from the inferno of history- buried memories, unimaginable pain and deadly secrets.
From the ruins of Berlin to the birth of Israel, from the Italian Alps to the Australian high country, Heritage is a passionate and fast-paced tale of rebirth, struggle, sacrifice and redemption, and a tribute to those who gave meaning to the Australian spirit.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
This powerful narrative weaves together personal tales from war-torn Europe to the stunning landscapes of Australia, offering a vivid exploration of rebirth and resilience. With themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the meaning of the Australian spirit, 'Heritage' is both a tribute and a gripping read.
Enjoy FREE shipping on your purchase, with delivery times up to 10 days. Note that combined shipping with other products is not applicable for this item. A must-read for history buffs, those passionate about engineering marvels, and anyone interested in stories of hope and survival.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761041273
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 608
Description:
They came to change the course of a river. And changed the course of their lives . . .
In a time when desperate people were seizing with both hands the chance for freedom, refugees from more than seventy nations gathered beneath the Southern Cross to forge a new national identity. They came from all over wartorn Europe to the mountains of Australia to help realise one man's dream- the mighty Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme, one of the greatest engineering feats of the 20th century.
People of all races and creeds tunnelled through a mountain range to turn the course of a majestic river, trying to put to rest ghosts from the inferno of history- buried memories, unimaginable pain and deadly secrets.
From the ruins of Berlin to the birth of Israel, from the Italian Alps to the Australian high country, Heritage is a passionate and fast-paced tale of rebirth, struggle, sacrifice and redemption, and a tribute to those who gave meaning to the Australian spirit.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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