Travel Guides & Books Travel Guides & Favorite Books Posters & Prints Travel Guides & Books>> If you are experiencing any problems or would like further information on any of the books, or require information on books not available here that you would like to order, please contact books@atn.com.au order 1) Explore Historic Australia Margaret Barca Discover Australia's fascinating past with this beautifully presented travel guide. Features include: more than 100 touring maps; details on more than 300 historic towns; and historic walking tours for every capital city. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD69.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 2) This is Australia Bruce Elder An outstanding collection of photographs of Australia. This is a very superior 'coffee table' which ranges widely from the coast of Western Australia to the Great Barrier Reef in northern Queensland. The photographs were originally collected by people outside Australia and consequently are a fresh and original look at the major sites and attractions around the country. This is part of an international series of books which have been specifically created as a substitute for postcards and amateur photographs. If you are travelling around Australia you will find excellent photographs of nearly everywhere you plan to visit. 176 pages Format PaperBack & Hardback Cost $AUD39.95 (hard) $29.95 (paper) Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 3) Australia The Beautiful Land Published by New Holland An outstanding collection of photographs of Australia. This is a very superior coffee table book which ranges widely from the coast of Western Australia to the Great Barrier Reef in northern Queensland. The photographs were originally collected by people outside Australia and consequently are a fresh and original look at the major sites and attractions around the country. 168 pages. Cost AUD45.00 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 4)Australia Roff Martin   Format PaperBack Cost $AUD35.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 5)Aboriginal Spirit Photographer: Peter McConchie For tens of thousands of years the Yolngu people of Arnhem Land, on the strikingly beautiful northern coast of Australia, have lived a life rich in culture and tradition. Intimately connected to the land, Yolngu daily existence has revolved around hunting, gathering, fishing and ceremony. Much of that ancient way of life remains today and has been captured for this book through the extraordinary lens of Peter McConchie, who lived for six months on the Gove Peninsula with the Yolngu people. The result is a view of their life from the inside. Aboriginal Spirit: Yolngu Mali includes text transcribed from stories told by Yolngu people, and is a superb evocation of a unique and profound culture. Format Hardback Cost $AUD 70.00 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 6)The Riches of Ancient Australia Josephine Flood Josephine Flood, an authority on Aboriginal heritage sites, conducts a fascinating region by region tour into the distant past. This invaluable, revised edition features current information on site access and is illustrated by many maps, line drawings and photographs. An indispensable and wide-ranging guide, it explores the cultural and natural marvels of Australia's prehistoric environment. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 47.00 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 7) Aboriginal Australia Colin et al Bourke  Aboriginal Australia presents selected themes that relate to indigenous Australians against a background of traditional, colonial and contemporary experiences. Particular facets of the lives of Aboriginal Australians are revealed through an examination of their struggle to maintain a strong identity and heritage while actively participating in Australian society. Reflected throughout the work is how this process enriches the Australian community as a whole. This new, fully revised and corrected edition gives an up-to-date account of recent events of significance for the indigenous people of Australia. It takes account of Mabo, the momentous Native Title decision of the High Court to overturn the concept of terra nullius and recognise pre-colonial occupation of Australia, including property rights. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 25.00 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 8) The Anzacs Patsy Adam-Smith Gallipoli was the final resting place for thousands of young Australians. Death struck so fast there was not time for escape or burial. And when Gallipoli was over there was the misery of the European Campaign. Patsy Adam-Smith read over 8000 diaries and letters to write her acclaimed best-seller about the First World War. Soldiers sought her out to tell her why they went, what they saw, and how they felt about that great holocaust. Their simple accounts are more vivid than any novel; the years have not dimmed their memories of lost comrades and the horrors of war. These are the extraordinary experiences of ordinary men - and they strike to the heart. The Anzacs remains unrivalled as the classic account of Australia's involvement in the First World War. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 25.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 9) Bush Heroes  Suzanne Welborn  The sacred nature of Anzac day is as important to Australians now as it was nearly a century ago. But why? Integral to an understanding of its continuing significance is an understanding of the relationship between the Pioneer and Anzac experiences, and their effect on the evolution of an Australian consciousness. This fascinating book examines the legends, the heroes and the heartbreak. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 29.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 10) Australia in Facts and Figures Bill Coppell All the facts and figures you could ever need, at your fingertips! What are Australia's largest industries? How much is our government spending on defence? Who makes up the average Australian household? And what do we watch, read, listen to, eat and drink? Australia in facts and figures gives you the latest essential information on every aspect of Australia and being Australian. With geographic, economic, political, social and environmental facts presented clearly and concisely, this comprehensive and easy-to-use book is an invaluable addition to every office and home. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 16.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 11) 20 Best Walks in Australia Tyrone T. Thomas Written by Tyrone T. Thomas, who has written extensively about bushwalks in Australia, this 178 page book is designed very specifically for people actually intending to do the walks throughout Australia. The walks are not comprehensive. There are eight in NSW, 3 in Queensland, two in the NorthernTerritory, one is South Australia (Wilpena Pound), 4 in Victoria and two in Tasmania. It is not a coffee table book for people who dream about doing interesting bushwalks. The book opens with the usual sensible advice - safety, common sense, first aid, equipment, mapping, food, navigation etc - and then it is straight into the 20 walks. There is a useful map (more detailed map references are provided), a comprehensive description of what you will see on the walk and then the basic information: time it takes to complete the walk, degree of difficulty, distance (to the nearest 100 metres) and other pertinent information. Walks range from easy to hard. The author knows Australia and these are his favourite walks. This is a book for every bushwalker whether serious (there are three day walks) or social. The instructions are clear and, as far as we can determine, the information is accurate and sensible. Format PaperBack & Hardback Cost $AUD 17.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 12) The Surfers Travel Guide Chris Rennie The Surfer's Travel Guide was the first book to emerge from Liquid Addictions, which grow from memorable road trips and countless waves. The guide is a comprehensive reference to all the things that are essential for the surfer who is prepared to wander the shores of Australia. From the one week jaunt down the coast to the endless travels of this country. There is enough information to keep the most intrepid travellers satisfied. This guide is a culmination of talents from contributors who have made the ocean their life source. It includes in-depth wave description for every major break in Australia, a comprehensive accommodation, food and party guide. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 24.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 13) Australian First Aid Manual (Includes free Emergency Booklet) Kindersley Dorling A comprehensive guide to treating casualties of all ages in any emergency. Every First Aid procedure clearly illustrated with specially commissioned colour photographs. Text completely revised, updated, and expanded, with detailed anatomical information. Each chapter clearly colour-coded for easy identification. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 29.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 14) Blokes: Stories of Australian Lives B R Coffey Blokes - Stories from Australian Lives is a strong and lively selection of autobiographical stories looking at a variety of blokes' lives in remarkably differing circumstances. Sometimes funny, often moving, yet always entertaining, these stories provide a glimpse into a range of fascinating Australian lives. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 18.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 15) Captain Cook - The Seamans Seaman: A Study of the Great Discoverer Alan Villiers  James Cook began his seafaring career in the 'coal cats' of the North Sea trade. He served in the Royal Navy, playing a major part in the capture of Quebec during the Seven Year's war. Appointed to HMS Endeavour - a collier bark - he led an expedition to Tahiti, Australia, New Zealand and Batavia. His second voyage in HMS Resolution took him far south to the Antartic while his third great voyage, also in the Resolution, bore him to his violent death in Hawaii. This book explores not only Captain Cook's monumental achievements as an explorer, but also gives him great credit as a seaman of inspired efficiency and enterprise, pioneering trade routes, charting the seas and dispelling the cloud of the unknown for seamen of all time. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 16.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 16) Cycling The Bush - The Best Rides in Australia Sven Klinge Written by Sven Klinge, who has written extensively about cycling in Australia, this 223 page book is designed very specifically for people actually intending to cycle in New South Wales. The trips are divided into Alpine, Coast, Cultural, Lakes, Lookouts and Rivers. The book opens with 100 pages of advice and information including such exotica as the history of the bicycle and its particular history in the Australian bush - and then it is straight into the 76 rides - including the author's Top 10. There is information about the distance of each journey, the gradients, the time it will take, the amount of walking (and the possibility of walking sidetrips), the height variation, transport to the starting point and suggestions on the best maps to use. This is a book for every cyclist whether serious or social. The instructions are clear and, as far as we can determine, the information is accurate and sensible. Format PaperBack & Hardback Cost $AUD 22.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 17) The Pocket Aussie Fact Book Margaret Nicholson What are the words to the national anthem, 'Advance Australia Fair'? What was the year Phar Lap won the Melbourne Cup? What was the name of Australia's first Prime Minister? There is always something new to discover about Australia. This handy reference book gives you all the facts and figures in an easy-to-use format. Filled with information about Australia's history, its currency, its government, its native plants and animals and much more, The Pocket Aussie Fact Book is essential reading for travellers, students and anyone interested in this fascinating country. Everything you need to know about Australia in your pocket. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 9.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 18) Foders Exploring Australia - 5th Edition Foders   Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 29.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 19) Foders Sydney Foders   Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 19.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 20) Foders Melbourne Foders   Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 19.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 21) Fodor's Australia 2003 The Guide for All Budgets, Where to Stay, Eat, and Explore On and Off the Beaten Path Foders No matter what your budget or whether it's your first trip or fifteenth, Fodor's Gold Guides get you where you want to go. In this completely up-to-date guide our experts who live in Australia give you the inside track, showing you all the things to see and do -- from must-see sights to off-the-beaten-path adventures, from shopping to outdoor fun. Fodor's Australia shows you hundreds of hotel and restaurant choices in all price ranges -- from budget-friendly B&Bs to luxury hotels, from casual eateries to the hottest new restaurants, complete with thorough reviews showing what makes each place special. The Smart Travel Tips A to Z section helps you take care of the nitty gritty with essential local contacts and great advice -- from how to take your mountain bike with you to what to do in an emergency. Plus, web links and mix-and-match itineraries make planning a snap. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 49.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 22) And Their Ghosts May Be Heard Rupert Gerritsen Between 1629 and 1727 at least six Dutch ships were marooned or lost sailors on the west coat of Western Australia. What was the fate of those shipwrecked survivors? Did they die in misery soon after being marooned? Or did they intermarry with local Aborigines and leave traces - their ghosts - in an entirely new cultural group? Stimulating and thought provoking And Their Ghosts May Be Heard is a fascinating account of the fortunes of Australia's first white settlers. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 24.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 23) Lovemakers Alan Wearne Centred on Australian suburbia in the 1960s, 70s and 80s, The Lovemakers explores the inner and outer tensions of families and society, and the rituals of home extensions, weddings and public-service career paths. Meanwhile, in the city, the demi-monde transforms itself into the drug culture. Alan Wearne's stunning verse-novel builds powerfully to its emotional heart: the triangle of Barb, her husband Roger and her lover Neil. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 29.95 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 24) Lonely Planet: East Coast Australia : A Classic Overland Route Campbell, Verity:et al This guide includes coverage of Melbourne, Sydney, Byron Bay, Brisbane, Whitsundays, Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. It features information on the best to see and do from enjoying city life to lazing on empty beaches, as well as transport options. Format PaperBack Cost $AUD 29.70 Express Postage and packing: * within Australia $AUD6.00 * rest of the world $AUD15.00 order order 25) The Lucky Country Donald Horne There has never been a book like The Lucky Country. Outselling all other books on Australia, it has helped shape the society it set out to explore. The phrase 'the