Hard Times – The Unforgettable Pop Burgess of Cobar by John Collins (2013 Softcover)

Author: John Collins
Publisher: The Great Cobar Heritage Centre, Cobar, NSW, May 2013
Format: Softcover, 227 pages, with illustrations, maps, and portraits, 24 cm
ISBN: 9780646595474 / 0646595474

Condition: Very Good. Light wear to covers; includes a warm gift inscription from the author on the title page. Internally clean and well-bound.

Description:
A rich and personal biography of Arthur "Pop" Burgess (1900–1989), Hard Times captures the spirit of a working-class Australian life in the rugged outback town of Cobar. Written and researched by local historian John Collins, this book draws on oral history, photographs, maps, and family genealogy to paint a vivid picture of both a man and a town shaped by resilience, humour, and hard-earned community pride.

Published by the Great Cobar Heritage Centre, this locally produced work is a treasure trove for those interested in regional histories, rural Australia, and family storytelling.

Why You’ll Love It:
A heartfelt tribute to a Cobar legend, this book blends biography, social history, and genealogy. Whether you have ties to the Central West or a passion for grassroots Australian stories, Hard Times is a meaningful addition to any local history or family research collection.