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The Place for a Village

How nature has shaped the city of Melbourne
By Gary Presland
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The Place for a Village by Gary Presland explores the natural history and environmental transformation of Melbourne's landscape. It offers an insightful look at how the region's geography, flora, and fauna have evolved from pre-European times to the bustling metropolis it is today. Through engaging narrative and research, the book delves into the impact of human settlement and the rich ecological history of the area.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the natural history and ecological development of regions, offering insightful perspectives on how landscapes have been shaped over time. It's perfect for those who enjoy exploring the interplay between nature and human habitation, providing a rich understanding of a specific locality's evolution.

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The Place for a Village

Presland reconstructs Melbourne at the time of European settlement. He looks at the history of Melbourne from the point of view of nature and considers the ways that urban development has been influenced by the nature of local environments. From historical and scientific sources, he creates a detailed and fascinating picture of diverse landscapes.

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Forgotten landscapes and erased ecosystems are brought to life by Gary Presland, who so eloquently reconstructs Melbourne at the time of European settlement. He looks at the history of Melbourne from the point of view of nature and considers the ways that urban development has been influenced by the nature of local environments.

Presland shows how natural landscapes have influenced the contours of the city and how we, in turn, have altered them. He draws on both historical and scientific sources to create a detailed and fascinating picture of diverse landscapes, supporting an enormous range of flora and fauna.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780980619027

Publisher: Museum Victoria Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2009

Country: Australia

Imprint: Museum Victoria Publishing

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 195.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 260

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