More Great Properties of Country Victoria: The Western District's Golden Age

About the Book

More Great Properties of Country Victoria: The Western District's Golden Age by Richard Allen and Kimbal Baker explores the history, architecture and landscapes of some of the Western District's notable country properties in Victoria, Australia. The book combines historical stories with photography of grand homes, gardens and surrounding landscapes.

Explore Victoria's Western District Heritage

The book profiles thirteen notable properties and examines the people, fortunes and events connected with them. Many of these estates were developed during the period when wealthy pastoralists and investors built substantial homesteads and landscaped gardens across the Western District.

Through the histories of these properties, readers can explore the development of rural Australia and the architectural character of the region. The accompanying photographs showcase Georgian and Victorian homes, gardens and other details that reflect the scale and design of these historic estates.

The book also considers how many of these properties have been preserved and maintained, providing a visual record of an important part of Victoria's architectural and rural heritage.

Key Features

Profiles thirteen notable properties in Victoria's Western District; Covers Australian architectural and rural history; Explores historic homesteads and gardens; Features photography of properties and landscapes; Examines the fortunes and stories associated with the estates; Focuses on the Western District's pastoral heritage; Sequel to Great Properties of Country Victoria.

Who Is It For?

This book is suitable for readers interested in Australian history, architecture, heritage properties, gardens and landscape design. It can also appeal to readers looking for an illustrated coffee table book focused on historic Australian homes and rural estates.

Product Details

Authors: Richard Allen and Kimbal Baker; Publisher: Melbourne University Press; Publication Year: 2017; Format: Hardcover; Pages: 211; ISBN: 9780522872392; Language: English.

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