Collection: Reference

Examines the history and issues surrounding the censorhip of works banned for their religious content, including "The Last Temptation of Christ" by Nikos Kazantzakis, "Children of the Alley" by Naguib Mahfouz, and "The Witches" by Roald Dahl.

Changing sexual mores have moved many formerly forbidden books out of locked cabinets and into libraries and classrooms. Examines the history and issues underlying the suppression of more than 100 'sexually obscene' works.

Packed with information about Australia's past and present - its famous people and places, its government and economy, and its flora and fauna.

Technical terms are explained and significant changes placed in their historical and technological context. Comprehensive captions describe each antique illustrated.

Written from an Indigenous perspective, with mini-essays providing a range of views. Topics include history, culture, arts, sport, languages, population, health, participation in education, employment, governance, resistance and reconciliation.

This includes biographies of over 200 Western Desert painters from the world-acclaimed Papunya Tula Artists company in Alice Springs. Established in 1972, Papunya Tula Artists is the founding crucible of the stunning Australian desert painting movement

Written specifically for Australian farmers and people working with livestock on Australian farms. Facilitates early identification of stock health and welfare problems, allowing prompt and appropriate treatment, also encourages disease prevention