Into the Golden West: The McKillops of Buddah, 1782–1974 – Robert F. McKillop (2007)

Author: Robert F. McKillop
Publisher: MWA International, Castlecrag, NSW
Year: 2007
Edition: First Edition
Format: Softcover
Pagination: 286 pages
Illustrations: Illustrations, maps and portraits
Size: Approx. 30 cm
ISBN: 9780646474526

Description

Into the Golden West: The McKillops of Buddah, 1782–1974 by Robert F. McKillop traces the history of the McKillop family and their property, Buddah, in the Orana region of New South Wales.

The book explores generations of family life alongside the broader technological, social, economic and environmental changes that shaped rural Australia. It looks at country life, agricultural innovation, changing rural conditions and the development of the Orana district through the experiences of one family.

Illustrated with photographs, maps and portraits, this is a valuable regional and family history with strong genealogical and agricultural interest.

Includes bibliography and index.

Condition

Very Good. Crease to the back cover. Internally near fine, with pages clean and well preserved.

Why You’ll Love It

A substantial family and regional history with strong appeal for readers researching the McKillop family, the Orana region and the development of rural New South Wales.

It is particularly useful for genealogy, pastoral history and Australian agricultural history.