Turning Points by Michael Page and Robert Ingpen

Turning Points

In the Making of Australia

by Michael Page

illustrations by Robert Ingpen

Rigby, 1980, [First Edition], ISBN 0727013394, colour illustrations throughout, large hardcover, dustjacket

Very Good Condition, a little edge and shelf wear, a little rubbing and bumping to edges and corners, previous owners’ inscription and details on front endpaper; dustjacket shows a little edge and shelf wear with a little rubbing, bumping chipping and small tears (see photographs)

“The story of Australia is full of ‘turning points’ that created our present lifestyle.  Some were the result of pure chance or mischance.  Others came through sudden inspirations or decisions, accidental discoveries, or determined efforts.  All of them influenced the making of Australia and the way we think and feel today. Our everyday actions, our economy, and our national character all owe something to these turning points.  This splendid book portrays, in words and paintings, fifty-nine of the turning points which fashioned Australia.”