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Australia

by Kelvin Aitken
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Australia - Thryft
Australia - Thryft

Land of extremes, ancient culture meets modern city.

Recommendation: This stunning book, "Australia," is a visual feast that captures the essence of this vast and diverse continent. From the breathtaking landscapes of its scorching deserts to the lush rainforests and coral reefs, you'll embark on a mesmerizing journey through the land of extremes. But what truly sets this book apart is its exploration of the rich cultural tapestry, from the vibrant city life to the ancient Aboriginal traditions. Whether you're a nature lover or a culture enthusiast, "Australia" is a must-read for anyone seeking to unravel the beauty and contradictions of this captivating country.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Australia

by Kelvin Aitken
Save up to 38%
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ISBN: 9781855014756
Authors: Kelvin Aitken
Publisher: Tiger Books
Date of Publication: 1996-01-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Travel, Nature, Art
Related Topics: Adventure, Nature, Travelogue, Animals, Environment, Natural History, Art and Photography, Photography
Goodreads rating: 4.5
(rated by 2 readers)

Description

It is the world's smallest continent, but also its largest island - an immense land of physical contracts and opposing human cultures, ancient and modern. This full colour book is a photographic tour of the scorching deserts dominated by strange shapes and unreal colours, the strange and unique animals that defy theories of evolution, and the rain forests, waterfalls, salt lakes and coral reefs. the great open modern cities, the breathtaking architecture, the cosmopolitan culture and the aboriginal traditions.
 

Land of extremes, ancient culture meets modern city.

Recommendation: This stunning book, "Australia," is a visual feast that captures the essence of this vast and diverse continent. From the breathtaking landscapes of its scorching deserts to the lush rainforests and coral reefs, you'll embark on a mesmerizing journey through the land of extremes. But what truly sets this book apart is its exploration of the rich cultural tapestry, from the vibrant city life to the ancient Aboriginal traditions. Whether you're a nature lover or a culture enthusiast, "Australia" is a must-read for anyone seeking to unravel the beauty and contradictions of this captivating country.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.