Collection: Nonfiction

Learn about the history and development of Australia's money, from the use of barter before European settlement to electronic methods of payment we use today. Discover how coins and notes are made, designed and produced.

Discover the stories behind national, state and territory public holidays, cultural and historical days as well as religious days.

This book takes you on a hilarious journey through the world of film comedy. Takes a close look at comedy movies through the decades - from the political and historical events that have influenced them to the incredible technology they use today.

Who else wants to write a best seller? What lies at the beating heart of this book is the belief that good writing can be taught and this is what this book sets out to do

This is the true story of Glen Sabre Valance, the last man to be hanged in South Australia in 1964. Dead at age 21, this young man was my stepbrother. His sad, abusive upbringing molded him into the angry young man he eventually became

An introduction to the history, modern and traditional cultural practices, and economy of the Maori people of New Zealand.

Continuation of the story of the Newnes shale oil field and its township which was situated in the neighbouring Wolgan Valley. This site was closed down and in a new oil field was developed 11 km away from Newnes in the Capertee Valley....

An insight into the early history of the Polar regions, and tells the story of Man's first exploration and subsequent expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic, and the respective north and south poles.

Tells the fascinating story of Australia's floral heritage, frm its genesis through to the last stages of evolution, and the changes that have come with intrusions such as the white man with crops of exotic plants.

This book sets out the essential aspects of running a small business, and explains the commercial frameworks that apply to trades, professions, personal and management services, agencies, trading activities and creative concepts.