Australia Books

...this is the book for you. lots of text, lots of explanations, does a great job of telling the whole story of what was going on in the world politically, socially, etc, so that one can view the artwork of the period in proper context. beautiful images. Highly recommend, I have learned more from this art book (along with its twin-Volume 1) than any other on my bookshelf.I have quite a collection, but Gardner's volumes are always the ones I turn to.

This book has the most famous and interesting works of art and has very interesting things to say about them. A great book for an art lover, or someone who's just starting out. Highly recommended!

This book is beautifully illustrated with photographs, illustrations, and the most detailed distribution maps I have ever seen. The design of the book makes it a perfect coffee top book and it's content makes it both a perfect introduction to the world of salmon while at the same time a valuable scientific reference.

This book is very accessible to non-scientists, if you are looking for a book about how salmon, man, and the enviroment interact this is a great book. The title sounds a little academic but it can be appreciated by anyone with interest in salmon. And anyone who flips through the book will be taken in by the beauty of this book.

The Atlas of Pacific Salmon is what all universities and government agencies needed 20 years ago. I dare say, it was almost worth the wait. This is a splensid compilation of data and images. The map work in this volume deserves much praise. The content covers biogeography, biology, genetics, threats, status etc....
Should sell for over $150

This is a very high quality comic book, with excellent art work as well as fun/clean humor which is important for our youth and is very rare to find these days. The story keeps the reader entertained, so dont try to get your kids to do their chores until they're done reading it... because you will be wasting your time, this is one comic book that you cant put down until you are done! We just ordered 3 more "Aussie Tracks" comic books to send to our Friends in Australia, we know they will get a kick out of it! Keep us the great work, we are all waiting for Vol. 2

This is a really cute comic book! Great for kids of all ages, and those who are kids at heart. The story and characters are reminiscent to those found in Disney comics, with comical humor and adventure. I read it to my six year brother, and he really loved it! My 10 year old sister loved it so much, she wants to buy her own copy! We are looking forward for more in this series!!

This book is a must read for any mystery or sports fan. It is just a terrific book.

I first read this book when I was about 7 years old, and it started a lifelong interest in mystery stories. I practically squealed with joy when I found it again at the library recently.



The story is pretty simple, but it really encourages kids to think as they try to solve the clues to the mystery along with the heroine, Meg. Meg is visiting her grandfather when he tells her about a sort of treasure hunt that his cousin, Alice, created for him years ago that he was never able to solve. Alice took his prized possession, a baseball signed by Babe Ruth, and refused to tell him where it was. Instead, she left him a series of clues leading to the place where it is hidden. Although her grandfather was unable to find the answers to any of the clues, Meg is determined to solve the mystery and find the baseball. To add to the challenge, Meg's brother is also trying to solve the mystery, and she is trying to find the baseball before he does. At each stage of the mystery, the book asks readers to consider the clues Meg finds and to study the pictures to find the answers before turning the page to find out what Meg's conclusions are.



All the clues in the treasure hunt are based upon popular nursery rhymes, which kids can easily recognize. From personal experience, I know that kids are impressed when they realize that they know enough to figure out the meanings of the clues on their own. This is a good book for kids in early elementary school, especially ones who enjoy mysteries and puzzles.

I wrote this book, so I think it is terrific.

Hey Paul great book. Will you be writing a book as a follow up to your story in Readers Digest about the lost tribes. Pretty interesting stuff. If not, do you know of any books written on this subject. Also can you post your e-mail address I wish to inquire about purchasing a copy of the Photograph that was displayed on pages 110 & 111. I would like it large enough so that I may frame it. Best Regards C.A. Esposito

This collection of travel writer's accounts of their experiences in the land of kangaroos is amusing and informative. From an explanation of why Aussies call Americans "seppos" (a legacy of the rhyming slang of convicts, seppo means septic tank and tank matches Yank)to adventures in the Outback and quite a lot else, this is just a fun book to read.

If you are planning a trip to Australia or wish you could, this book should top your reading list. It's not a travel guide, it collects 39 articles or book excerpts from diverse sources that get to the heart of Australia.
You hear first-hand accounts of back packers, travel writers (Paul Theroux, Bruce Chatwin), Australians, adventurers, vacationers, and just ordinary people. Such a wide selection lets you see Australia from many angles from the food to the people to the animals and the landscape. This is so much more in-depth than a guidebook could possibly be.
Read the harrowing account of a woman canoer who survived a crocodile attack, experience learning to surf at Bondi, ride after brumbies in the Snowy Mountains, etc. Not all stories are heroic, as these are real people writing their impressions of a country and its amazing animals and hardy people. Each gives their own viewpoint which makes for fascinating reading.
The selections vary from 5 to 20 pages, making it a great book to dip into when you don't have extended reading time.
I highly recommend this book. After living in Australia 3 1/2 years, it brought back many memories of a wonderful country and showed me why I need to travel there again.

If you've ever had a desire to see kookaburras, koalas and kangaroos in their natural habitat, you will relish the book Australia Calling: The RV Travel Handbook by Lionel Mussell. Lavishly illustrated with color photos, the book covers everything from choosing an RV type, planning your trip, what to pack, emergency preparation, the best communication devices to have when you're in the outback, to (best of all) descriptions of the various travel routes to and from major points of interest in all regions of Australia, including the island of Tasmania.

It was surprising to see photos of Australian RVs as well as vehicles made by manufacturers familiar to Americans, such as Winnebago, and to note the contrast in body styling. Australian RVs as well as those made for Australian distribution appear to be on the small side in comparison with American models. If looks are an indication, we'd say it's a safe bet that Aussies value utility and durability over glitz and glamour when choosing an RV.

You'll enjoy Mussell's easygoing, informal writing style, peppered here and there with Australian vernacular such as "caravans" for trailers and "cuppa" for "cup of coffee."

Aside from useful advice about trip planning and budgeting, the real meat of Australia Calling consists of Mr. Mussell's detailed, generously illustrated travel routes that cover the entire continent. Mussell possesses an intimate knowledge of Australia off the beaten tourist path and offers expert advice on where to go, what to see, where the campgrounds are, and where to eat.

We've all heard of Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne, but who knew that towns with names like Caloundra, Mooloolabah, Maroochydore, and Yandina also have attractions worth exploring -- like the Ginger Factory at Yandina or the Siding Spring Observatory near Coonabarabran in the foothills of the Warrumbungle mountains? From wine country in the temperate valleys of southeast Australia and its great cities of Melbourne, Victoria, and Sydney, you'll follow the Pacific coast to the Great Barrier Reef and the beaches of tropical Queensland, then drive across the desert wastes of the central outback to Ayers Rock and Alice Springs. Or follow the less traveled north coast, washed by the Coral Sea, home to ancient aboriginal culture and more akin to Asia than to the rest of Australia. Find yourself in the metropolitan port of Perth in western Australia on the Indian Ocean, and return to southeast Australia via the South Coast Highway where you can gaze out over the Southern Ocean from majestic cliffs, knowing the nearest landfall is at the bottom of the world.

As if that weren't enough, scattered throughout the book are many practical tips to make your journey safer and easier. If I have a criticism, it would be the lack of detailed maps of each region. However, Mr. Mussell stated early on that he omitted them on the assumption that most readers would have their own maps (less likely, though, for American readers). All in all, Australia Calling offers an entertaining and comprehensive look at the facts and possibilities of Australian RVing.

While in the process of planning a one month RV/motorhome trip through Australia, I was having great difficulty finding appropriate planning information for such a trip. Most of the guide books provide lists of things to see of course - but not in a manner suitable for planning an RV/Motorhome trip e.g. where is each must see location in relation to major roads, where are the good RV/caravan parks to stay the night. Then I came across the author's web-site (http://www.caravanning-oz.com/) and immediately ordered his book. While waiting for the book to arrive I sent the author some more immediate questions - which were answered very quickly. The book arrived and it had all the detail I had been looking for contained within the route notes e.g. Melbourne to Sydney via Hwy 1. The author has continued to answer my questions as they arise and even offered to review and provide further input to the full day-by-day itinerary once it is complete. I could not be happier with this purchase and the help provided by the author.

Having completed a 3week trip to Australia for shelling...I was overcome with the variety of my collection...82 new species....so I immediately turned to Amazon for rescue...this book has proven to be totally covering of all the Gastropods I found.....I liken this to R. Tucker Abbotts "Compendium of Seashells"....it is definitely a Classic!!! Roz

We deal with Australian seashells and often get asked by collectors around the world about more information and images of Australian (particularly the endemic) shells. We usually recommend this 2 volume-book as it not only contains the latest information and numerous excellent colour plates on the subject, but is also beautifully designed and a real joy to browse through for beginners and advanced collectors alike. The text is very exhausive on all major Australian gastropod families and provides the first ever published comprehensive info about the fascinating Zoila group (Western Australian endemic Cowries).

Fantastic, a book that covers all.Well worth a look at if you are interested in Australian plants.

Probably the best reference book available for Australian Native Plants

This book is a must have if you frequently find yourself lucky enough to enjoy Australian seafood. It features almost all of the commonly available species you are likely to find in a restaurant or a fishmonger.

This book enables you to plan your meals- it mentions eating qualities for each species, and oil contents so you can actually "get the good oil"! It also features latin names, habitats and similar species guides.

Recommended marketing names are also used which is essential for Australian exporters. It is recommend to the novice fish eater and the professional seafood exporter. You can also get this in a laminated version which I suppose you could safely take to sea with.

Hard to find, even in Australia but well worth the hunt. Fantastic photography throughout of the whole fish and fillet.

As a commercial fisherman this book has been invaluable to my day to day working life.If you like to eat seafood , wish to learn more about fish , crusteations , molluscs , and invertibrates of Australia then this book is a fantastic reference item. inside are clear sharp images , protein fingerprints and a complete written breakdown of each species mentioned.The text is clear , concise , and straight to the point without scientific mumbo jumbo to confuse you. what can i say BUY THIS BOOK !!