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The Tyranny of Distance : How Distance Shaped Australia's History

How Distance Shaped Australia's History

By: Geoffrey Blainey

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Paperback | 1 December 2001 | Edition Number 1

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432 Pages

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Third edition of a landmark Australian history text first published 1966 - its title has become common parlance. Argues that Australia's geographical remoteness has been central to shaping the country's history and identity and will continue to shape its future. This edition includes a new final chapter that asks 'Is Distance Dead?', and there are substantial additions to the preceding two chapters. Includes maps, notes and index. From 1968 to 1988, author was Professor of Economic History and Ernest Scott Professor of History at the University of Melbourne. His other books include 'Triumph of the Nomads' and 'A Short History of the World'.

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