Sydney, a vibrant multicultural city of 4.3 million, boasts sunny weather and stunning waters, attracting international visitors with its exceptional dining, shopping, and nightlife. This title features insights from National Geographic experts, essential lists, and experiential sidebars.
1606 marked the first European sighting of Australia, when the Dutch ship Duyfken landed on Cape York. This gripping book tells the stories of the seafaring explorers, shipwrecks and mutinies that followed, including the voyages of Torres and La Perouse, Dampier and D'Entrecasteaux. These are tales of adventure, discovery and navigational triumph in the face of hardship, starvation and fear at the far end of the world.
Guinness was very much an acquired taste for Evan McHugh, an Australian raised on Vegemite, but set out to acquire it he did with his travelling companion Twidkiwodm (the-woman-he-didn't-know-he-would-one-day-marry). As they hitch around Ireland, Evan meets unforgettable characters. He goes rowing with a German bagpiper on the lakes of Killarney, windsurfing with a one-armed man in Dingle, survives an encounter with poteen and even finds his own bar, but everywhere the locals tell him that the best Guinness is brewed somewhere else. So does he ever find the perfect pot of black gold?
Immerse yourself in these armchair travels and heart-warming life stories as Evan McHugh, bestselling author of Outback Heroes and Outback Pioneers, catches up with some of the most remarkable and inspiring characters our country has to offer. Meet icons such as boxing impresario Fred Brophy, who turned 'You can't' into 'I will', to Shannon Warnest, world champion shearer. Discover unsung heroes such as 'mother of the Barkly' Bernadette Burke, convenor of one of the world's biggest women's networks, and nurse June Andrew, who has dedicated a lifetime to running a remote health service, often single-handedly. You may not have heard of some of these people but you'll be enriched by meeting them now. Outback Legends is a unique and colourful celebration of Aussie characters who've earned themselves a reputation for their achievements and contributions in the most far-flung and challenging corners of our country. None of the people in this book has sought fame but every one of them deserves it
Focusing on the vital role of shearers in shaping Australia's identity, the narrative explores their historical significance and cultural impact. From legendary figures like Jack Howe to modern shearers adapting to industry changes, the book highlights their rugged resilience and contributions to social movements, including the formation of political parties. It also connects the shearing life to Australia's folklore, exemplified by the creation of "Waltzing Matilda." Expertly chronicled by Evan McHugh, this work captures the essence of the shearing experience and its influence on the nation.
The writings of a distinguished sociologist and accompanying original essays that reflect on the development of his social theory.