Book Collection Lot of Three Book of Three Australia Local History Titles: Book (1) "Seven Hill", Roelands Our Home. Book (2) 100 Years of Mysteries in the Rushworth District. Book (3) God Before Gugeri: Luggers, Trucks & Water Bores & Other Kimberley Stories

Book Collection Lot of Three Book of Three Australia Local History Titles: Book (1) "Seven Hill", Roelands: Our Home. Book (2) 100 Years of Mysteries in the Rushworth District. Book (3) God Before Gugeri: Luggers, Trucks & Water Bores & Other Kimberley Stories. Extra charges for over-sea shipping due to weight is over 500gram. Below is the book condition report & synopses of the Book collection Lot. Book (1) "Seven Hill", Roelands: Our Home. Book Boards clean & unmarked. Soft cover. No dust jacket. Book boards are clean & unmarked all side of the book. Text body clean & Unmarked throughout the book. Over-all an excellent and neat copy. 2nd editioon, published 2015. Written by Anne Forrest Langdon in collaboration with Donald M. Cross. It chronicles the story of the Roelands Native Mission in Western Australia, focusing on the years 1938 to 1960, and offers a heartfelt tribute to the children and workers who lived and served there. What the book covers: Historical Context: It explores the broader impact of colonization and the mission era on Aboriginal Australians, particularly children placed in institutional care. Personal Reflections: Langdon shares her own experiences working at Roelands Homes and the enduring friendships she formed with its residents. Legacy and Reconciliation: The book emphasizes the importance of truth-telling, healing, and understanding in Australia s journey toward reconciliation. Collaborative Effort: Donald Cross, son of the mission s co-founder, played a key role in preserving and sharing this history. Book (2) 100 Years of Mysteries in the Rushworth District. Book Boards clean & unmarked front & back. Book block is clean & unmarked. Spine intact. Text body clean & unmarked throughout the book. Over-all an excellent neat copy. is a captivating book by Alan McLean, first published in 2015. It explores a century s worth of strange events, unsolved crimes, and local legends from the Rushworth region in Victoria, Australia. What s Inside: Over 160 pages filled with historical accounts, illustrations, maps, and portraits. Stories of murders, disappearances, mysterious deaths, and odd happenings from towns like Whroo, Cornella, Corop, and Stanhope. A revised edition includes eight new mysteries, such as: A murder attempt near Gunn s Swamp in 1854. A puzzling death near the Half-Way Inn in 1866. A dramatic police chase in 1964 involving two escapees McLean s writing blends historical research with a flair for storytelling, making it a favourite among local history buffs. If you re intrigued by tales of people vanishing into the bush or surviving mine collapses, this book delivers. Book (3) God Before Gugeri: Luggers, Trucks & Water Bores & Other Kimberley Stories. Book condition near fine. Soft cover. No dust jacket. Book boards clean. Book block clean all side of the book. Text body clean throughout the book. Published 2014 by Author. Michael Gugeri is a rich tapestry of life in the Kimberley region, woven through the experiences of the Gugeri family across four generations. It s a deeply personal and historical account that captures the grit, adventure, and transformation of northern Australia. Here s what makes it stand out: Scope of Stories: From pearling and wool carting to oil drilling and water boring, the book covers a wide range of industries and adventures that shaped the Kimberley. Local Legends: It includes biographies of notable figures like Doug Blythe and Billie King, along with vivid portraits of other Kimberley personalities. Visual & Historical Depth: The book is heavily illustrated and indexed, offering both visual appeal and historical insight. Publisher & Format: Published by Hesperian Press in 2014, it s a 226-page softcover edition that s become a collector s item in some circles. Remember extra charges for over-sea shipping dure to the weight is over 500gram. See photos. For more information you can contact me via e-mail Weight of Book (1) 0.395kg. Book (2) 0.718kg. Book (3) 0.844kg.…