Author: Bill Beatty Publisher: Ure Smith, Sydney & London, 1966 Format: Hardcover Pages: 271 p. : illustrations ; 23 cm ISBN: — Condition: Good – wear and tears to dust jacket; internally near fine with light tanning to pages Type of Book: Australian History / Folklore & Stories
Summary: Tales of Old Australia presents a lively collection of stories drawn from Australia’s early history, told with Bill Beatty’s trademark warmth and humour. Blending folklore, true accounts, and colourful characters from the colonial frontier, this volume brings the past vividly to life. Illustrated throughout, it offers an engaging look at the people, events, and tall tales that shaped the nation.
Why you’ll love this book: A wonderful choice for readers who enjoy Australian folklore, early colonial history, and story-rich accounts of Australia’s past. A solid addition to any Australiana collection.
