Talking Machines – The Machines That Transformed Australia, Brought to Life

Publisher: Museum of the Riverina, [between 2017 and 2019?]
Format: Softcover
Pages: 81
Dimensions: 15 x 21 cm
Condition: Near fine – clean throughout with only a small inscription (“do not remove”) on the inside page.

Description:
Talking Machines is a richly illustrated publication celebrating the technological innovations that shaped everyday Australian life. Produced by the Museum of the Riverina, this compact 81-page book explores the personal stories behind a remarkable collection of mechanical devices—each one brought to life through narrative, portraiture, and historical context.

An engaging tribute to Australia's mechanical past, it reflects the intersection of community, invention, and storytelling. Ideal for collectors of Australiana, social history enthusiasts, and museum lovers alike.

Note: Minor handwritten note inside front page.

Weight consideration: Shipping weight includes protective packaging.

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