Collection: Reference

This catalog of an exhibition at The Mariners' Museum in Newport News, Va. sheds light on the lives of the passengers and crew of the Titanic. Photographs show portraits of the people on board, postcards, passenger lists, letters, newspaper articles, clothing, and more.

Provides details on the Titanic's construction, her wreck in 1912, and present-day exploration and salvage operations.

Tiwi visual and performative cultural practices have existed for many millennia, but it was only during the twentieth century that a wider public became aware of the magnificence of Tiwi painting and sculpture. This compelling publication celebrates this unique art of the Tiwi people of Melville ...

A beautifully illustrated and designed authoritative guide to the art of the Tiwi Islands. Often abstract and geometric, with strong patterns and use of colour, it is the basis for the shapes of traditional carvings

During three years David Moore documented the entire construction process of Sydney's cable-stay Glebe Island Bridge (now known as the Anzac Bridge). In this book he explores some of the subjects he feels most passionate about: the aesthetics of man-made forms; the integrity of labour; and the be...

Henry Finlay recounts the transformation of marriage through the eyes of Parliamentarians over the last 100 years, breaking new ground in his account of fundamental changes in modern Australia's attitudes.

Chronicles the history of the studio from its origins, through the success of such features as Toy Story and Finding Nemo, to its merger with Disney, and includes interviews with animators, business executives, and industry insiders. Includes interviews with directors, producers, animators, voice...

A policy of forward defence against communist expansion in Asia resulted in new alliances and strategies which brought great changes to the [Australian] Army.

A guide to the fundamental tenets of the Catholic faith. Contains more than 4,000 comprehensive articles clarifying Catholic belief and customs. Discusses Catholic institutions and historical events and is arranged alphabetically for easy reference