David headon (56 Ergebnisse)

hardback. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. 1st Edition. hardback, octavo, a very good tightly bound copy in a very good pictorial dust wrapper, 286pp.

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. The editors of this book boldly proclaim that Eureka is Australia's greatest story and they have gathered together some of our countrys finest historians to prosecute the case. Collectively, they compile a strong argument. In the late 19th century that acute American observer, Mark Twain, called the Ballarat rebellion the finest thing in Australasian history and, like all such milestone moments in any countrys expanding tale, Eureka challenges because of the sheer number of interpretations that have been imposed upon it, both before Twain and after. During the sesquicentenary year of Eureka, 2004, one journalist rightly observed that Eureka is not so much history as many versions of history. The question of who owns the Eureka story is destined never to be answered, but one thing is certain: the superb Charter of Bakery Hill, an irresistible sequence of goldfield events leading to tragedy, a cast of characters drawn straight from a classic novel, violence and murder on an early Sabbath morning in December 1854, and a never-ending aftermath that arguably has had more energy within it in the 20th and 21st centuries than it had in the 19th these extraordinary elements of a grand narrative will forever stimulate the Australian imagination. Eureka: Australias Greatest Story is certain to stoke the fires. The editors of this book boldly proclaim that Eureka is Australia's 'greatest story', and they have gathered together some of our country's finest historians to prosecute the case. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Trade Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. inscribed by David Headon on title page. text clean and unmarked. binding tight. covers have some light wear. tips of corners and some edges are white. edges of pages have light wear and some light toning. former owner's embossed stamp and name on title page. Inscribed by Author(s). …

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. 'Headon makes no secret of his love of the club. [his] knowledge of the game and careful research shines from every page.' - Canberra TimesThe Canberra Raiders' spectacular grand final win against the Balmain Tigers in 1989 is widely regarded as Australian Rugby League's greatest ever decider. For a fledgling club this was an extraordinary and unexpected achievement, heralding a sequence of years that produced two more premierships and two near misses. The Raiders' trademark adventurous style of play was welcomed by all lovers of the game. Attacking football was back in vogue.David Headon tells the story of a unique football team that entered the Sydney competition in 1982 with little fanfare and plenty of pessimism, despite the fact that league had been an integral part of communities across the Limestone Plains for nearly a century. From this firm base, the Raiders emerged to make their mark. Absolutely Bleeding Green recounts the big wins and heart-wrenching losses as it follows the players through their Raider careers, revealing how the club was able to build exceptional team spirit, even in difficult times. It includes interviews with players past and present, with coaches and administrators, as well as with families and supporters who are so proud of the distinctive lime green jersey. This paperback edition includes the nail-biting 2019 Grand Final.'This terrific book tells the story of a unique club that changed my life forever, just as the Raiders changed Rugby League forever.' - Mal Meninga, Rugby League Immortal, Canberra Raiders Hall of Fame'Dave Headon's history of the Canberra Raiders explores the club's origins, why it was able to defy the odds and be so successful, so quickly, and how it fought its way through more troubled times. In the process of the highs and lows, a special culture of camaraderie was created. The Raiders family has a big story, and for me it's personal. I'm honoured to be a part of it.' - Ricky Stuart, Rugby League Legend, Canberra Raiders Hall of Fame The story of the Canberra Raiders football club, from the early days of community games, now updated to cover the successful 2019 season and the nail-biting 2019 NRL Grand Final in a brand new chapter. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Very Good. inscribed by author on half-title page. text clean and unmarked. binding tight. covers have light wear. edges of pages have light wear. former owner's embossed blind stamp and institution name written on title page. Inscribed by Author(s).

Softcover. 1st Edition. Small Quarto Size [approx 17x24cm]. Very Good condition. Small & neat previous owners stamp to half-title page. Illustrated with Black and White Photographs. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels. 348 pages. A skilful arrangement of an extraordinary collection of myths, yarns, legends, songs, novel excerpts, jokes, speeches, journal entries, letters, interviews, poems, government enquiries and newspaper items. All of these organised under the following headings: Origins, Early White Voyages and Exploration, The Whites dig-in, White Depiction of Aborigines, The Black View, Pilgrims, My Spirit My Country, A Bastard of a Place, Sites and Sightings, Darwin Mad Capital of the North, Adventures Incongruities Incredibilities, Nature's Stage, Sprees Drunks and Race Meetings, Opening up the Country Drovers Buffalo Hunters and Miners, Rock Belong Jesus Dreaming, and Hang on like I Done.…

Small 4to. 348pp. A good paperback copy.

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Paperback. , . NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title. Author: Manning Clark Format: Paperback Number of Pages: 216 Alexis de Tocqueville was a political theorist in the 19th century. He argued that an egalitarian society would lead to a concentration of power in the hands of the central government, thus sacrificing liberty for equality. Tocqueville's ideas about democracy interested Manning Clark deeply. Clark undertook intensive research on Tocqueville at Oxford during the war, and completed his MA thesis in 1949 at the University of Melbourne. It is published here for the first time. The book seeks to shed light on: Tocqueville and his ideas, placed in their historical context; Tocqueville's ideas and their relevance in an Australian social/political context; the youthful Clark's Tocqueville thesis and its place in his collected writings; the purported Marxist framework of the thesis as the first of many controversies colouring Clark's writing life; the significance of later controversies about Clark and their links to ideas in the thesis. Paperback.…

Trade Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. First. xvi, 328pp., notes, tables. VG, nearly as new. Previous owner's name, and gift-inscribed by one of the co-editors. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Signed by Author(s). Book.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 185 pages. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Size: Size E: 8"-9" Tall (204-227mm).

Soft cover. Zustand: As New. This copy feels unread. Manning Clark's The Ideal of Alexis de Tocqueville is a reflective study of Tocqueville's political thought, written in the aftermath of the Second World War and long before Clark became one of Australia's best‑known historians. Clark examines Tocqueville's central concern: how modern democracies can preserve liberty when the drive for equality risks empowering centralised authority.…

Soft cover. Zustand: As New. This copy feels unread. Manning Clark's The Ideal of Alexis de Tocqueville is a reflective study of Tocqueville's political thought, written in the aftermath of the Second World War and long before Clark became one of Australia's best‑known historians. Clark examines Tocqueville's central concern: how modern democracies can preserve liberty when the drive for equality risks empowering centralised authority.…

Hardback. David Headon, Black Inc. From the Dove and the Don to football's tribal passions; from legends and larrikins to the coming of the corporate box, this collection presents an array of writing from famous Australian writers, both past and present. Hardback.

paperback. Zustand: Very Good. FIRST EDITION with dust jacket - rare and collectable - will send out 1 st class post within 12 hours of receipt of order.

Paper Back. Zustand: Very Good. 244 pages. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Size: Size E: 8"-9" Tall (203-228mm).

Trade Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. inscribed by author on half-title page. text clean and unmarked. binding tight. covers have some rubbing to surface color at head and foot of spine and light wear along edges. edges of pages have light toning and light wear. former owner's embossed blind stamp and name written on title page. Inscribed by Author(s).…

Soft cover. Zustand: Good.

Soft cover. Zustand: Fine. Covers & Spine: front and back showing only light scuffing & signs of handling otherwise undamaged, minimal wear along edges and at corners, spine is intact and solid. Binding: firm throughout. Pages & Markings: unstained, no markings, clean throughout. PLEASE NOTE: Due to this item weighing less than 500g, postage cost for international orders (i.e. not Australian) will be less than what is shown here. Please email me if you would like a quote. All items are protectively packaged, and a postal tracking number will be sent to all customers whose current email address is registered with AbeBooks.…

First edition. Hardcover. A neat small ownership signature at the top corner of the front free endpaper, otherwise fine in fine dustjacket.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 280 pages. 8.00x6.00x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Paperback small octavo (with flaps), very good condition, minor edgewear. 185 pp. The Masters thesis of the noted Australian historian Manning Clark, published posthumously. Alexis de Tocqueville (1805 - 1859) was one of the greatest political theorists of the 19th century. Reads more like a discussion in political philosophy than a history thesis. His underlying concern was how to ensure that civil liberties and democratic institutions are not used by those opposed to them as stepping-stones to dictatorship.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Good. pp.xxviii+348. 26.5cm. Black and white photo illustrations in the text. Index of authors and storytellers. Hard cover in dust jacket. Jacket has a short tear, repaired, and the front board a small bruise on the top edge. A good clean copy ISBN. 0-340-52665-3. 'Myths, yarns, legends, songs, novel excerpts, jokes, letters' etc. "I give you this story. This proper true story. People can listen" (Big Bill Neidjie).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. 1st Edition. This book explodes the myth that Canberra has had a dull, predictable history. A great read. None.

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. 1st Edition. Covers & Spine: both front and back boards are undamaged with only light wear at the edges and corners, spine is solid with minimal bumping at ends. Binding: firm throughout, both hinges strong. Pages & Markings: unstained, no markings, clean throughout. Dust Jacket: intact with only light scuffing on surface and along edges, no tears or tape repairs. Genuinely impressive condition; could pass for new. All items are protectively packaged, and a postal tracking number will be sent to all customers whose current email address is registered with AbeBooks.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Book condition is fine. Soft cover. 1st edition, published 1996. Text body clean and unmarked. Book block clean all sides. Book boards clean front and back. Spine intact. Over-all an excellent and neat of the book. See photos for synopsis and more information.…

Zustand: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,650grams, ISBN:9780776605531.

Zustand: New. Print on Demand.

Soft cover. Zustand: Good. 1st Edition. Good condition. Wear to book corners and edges. Bend to back cover left tail corner. Crown or Country is about republicanism's historical and cultural presence in Australia. The republican debate - neither new nor even recent - commenced with the arrival of the First Fleet. It has been conducted with greater or lesser vigour ever since.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Book condition is very good. Soft cover. 1st edition. No dust jacket. Front and back book board clean. Spine intact. Book block clean. Ex-library copy has a red stamp of the fly leaf page and a bar code on the lower right corner. Text body clean. Spine intact.…