A City and Its Setting

Overview

Presenting the history of Perth, Australia, this reference details the architectural, technological, and societal developments that have contributed to this city’s rich past. With a close examination of the site and its subsequent changes—from a group of tents in the bush and a small colonial village, to a postwar boom of the 1950s through the early 21st century—this work encapsulates the dynamic spirit of the capital of Western Australia. With a blend of artifacts and historic images—including paintings, photographs, maps, diaries, and newspaper clippings—this study also provides a wider study of cities and the nature of urban development.

Author Biography

George Seddon is a former senior honorary research fellow in English, communication, and cultural studies at the University of Western Australia and professor emeritus of environmental science at the University of Melbourne. David Ravine is a professor of medical genetics at the University of Western Australia and the former director of the Genetic Diagnostic Laboratory at the Medical Genetics Service for Wales. Peter Newman is a professor of sustainability at Curtin University and the coauthor of Green Urbanism Down Under, Resilient Cities: Responding to Peak Oil and Climate Change, and Sustainability and Cities.