{"title":"Fred Mitchell","description":"\u003cp\u003eFred Mitchell’s works invite readers to explore vivid snapshots of the past, with a particular focus on the unique character of Melbourne through time. His writing captures the rich tapestry of history, blending architectural heritage and cultural shifts in a way that brings bygone eras to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in the History \u0026amp; Military genre, Mitchell’s books appeal to those fascinated by urban development and historical narrative. \u003cem\u003eRetro Melbourne\u003c\/em\u003e exemplifies his ability to intertwine factual detail with engaging storytelling, offering a compelling view of the city’s evolving identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"retro-melbourne-by-fred-mitchell-9781760797744","title":"Retro Melbourne","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRetro Melbourne\u003c\/em\u003e is a pictorial feast of rare images of the city, suburbs, and country centres taken by photographer Fred Mitchell in the 1950s, 1960s, and early 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMelbourne street scenes, people heading off to work, trams and traffic, and businesses and buildings now long gone are displayed in beautiful colour shots alongside iconic images of country Victoria, suburban roads, and advertisements of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComplimented by a brief history of the southern city, including the growth of Melbourne and surrounding suburbs in the post-war era, \u003cem\u003eRetro Melbourne\u003c\/em\u003e provides a rare snapshot into the past life of a beautiful city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47719853031660,"sku":"9781760797744","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781760797744-retro-melbourne.jpg?v=1780977745"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/fred-mitchell.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}