Australia: History Of A Nation by David Ross 2008 - Paperback
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Australia's history can be seen as just over two centuries of tumultuous activity beginning with the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788, or as the story of the longest continuous human society to have existed. This book, the first account of Australian history to encompass events in the twenty-first century, does justice to both aspects. The Australian people, in their unity and diversity, are at the forefront of this story. With their vibrant cities, backed by colossal natural resources, they are regularly classed as being in the very top bracket of human happiness. But they also stand confronted by a daunting range of issues, from climate change to changing social attitudes and the problems of an ageing population.