The Spirit Of The Digger

then & now

Pan Macmillan (2003)

1st Edition

9780732911818

| Paperback

324 pages | 155 x 239 mm | Australia | English

Value: AUD 20.00

Find sold listings on eBay

CLZ may be compensated
for purchases made

Dewey 302.30994

LC Classification UA872 .L54 2003

LC Control No. 2003374239

Subject

Australia - History, Military
Mateship (Australia)
Social Interaction - Australia
Sociology, Military - Australia

Plot

Exploration of the Australian Digger throughout history. Discusses characteristics of fighting prowess and bravery, the larrikan spirit, compassion, and a strong sense of mateship. Examines how the Digger has built a reputation from Gallipoli through to East Timor and Afghanistan. Includes extracts from soldiers based on interviews with the author. Includes endnotes, bibliography and index. By the author of 'The Spirit of Kokoda - Then and Now'. Author has had an extensive career in Australian television presenting and reporting, and has featured in several programs including 'Sunday' and 'Today Tonight'.

Details

Printed By	McPherson's Printing Group
First Edition	Yes

Personal

Owner	Bribie Island RSL Sub-Branch Library
Location	P1
Index	473
Added Date	14 November 2020 07:00:24
Modified Date	24 August 2023 16:21:56

Value

Value	AUD 20.00
Book Condition	Very Good

Notes

We have a revised 2011 edition of this book.