Randwick: A Social History Published by Randwick Municipal Council

Author/Contributor: Randwick Municipal Council
Publisher: New South Wales University Press in association with Randwick Municipal Council
Place Published: Kensington, NSW
Year: Reprint 1989
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Pages: 244 pages
ISBN: 0868403059 / 0908510012
Type of Book: New South Wales Local History / Sydney History / Social History

Description

Randwick: A Social History is a substantial illustrated history produced to commemorate the 125th year of incorporation of the Municipality of Randwick. Published by New South Wales University Press in association with Randwick Municipal Council, this volume explores the people, places, communities and institutions that shaped Randwick’s development.

Richly illustrated with photographs, some in colour, along with facsimiles, plans and portraits, the book offers a detailed look at Randwick’s social, civic and cultural history. It is an important reference for those interested in Sydney local history, New South Wales heritage, genealogy, urban development and community history.

Includes index and illustrated lining papers.

Cultural Content Notice

This book contains Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander content. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that it may include images and names of deceased persons, as well as historical language, terms or descriptions that may be distressing or considered inappropriate today.

Condition

Used hardcover with dust jacket. Wear and tears to dust jacket, with shelf wear to boards.

Why You’ll Love It

A well-illustrated and collectable local history of Randwick, ideal for readers and researchers interested in Sydney suburbs, New South Wales history, genealogy, social history, civic heritage and pictorial local histories.