Double Nation: A History of Australian Art by Ian McLean

Double Nation: A History of Australian Art by Ian McLeanA beautifully illustrated introduction to Australian art history from colonization through today. In Double Nation, Ian McLean traces the history of Australian art, from colonial art practice to twentieth century national art. Two key themes structure the narrative: the transformation of British art practice into an Australian one and the troubled pursuit of the aesthetic means to claim an Indigenous heritage. Interrogating the canonical tradition,

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but its seed had been sown long ago

pitch perfect fairy tales of fearless women for readers everywhere

They brought their hopes and aspirations to a bungalow in Melbournes outer suburbs

medal-winner and disability advocate Sarah Rose

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anne wonders if shell ever find the courage to follow her heart againand if she does

He was a much-loved author who brought outback Australians onto the page in all their vivid originality

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All year the half-bloods have been preparing for battle against the Titans

especially Aboriginal labourers to the defence forces