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Shortlisted for the 2025 Queensland Literary Awards, The University of Queensland Non-Fiction Book Award Shortlisted for the 2025 Stella Prize Readings Best Books of 2024, Non-Fiction The story of Australia’s Black convicts has been all but erased from our history. In recovering their lives...

No visit to Sydney is complete without a trip to the historic Rocks district on the harbour foreshore. And no visit to the Rocks would be complete without this self-guided audio walk. The Rocks is the enclave where European Sydney had its beginnings. Here the first convicts were ordered to build their huts and here they worked the sandstone that made Australia's first buildings. This self-guided walk will take you to the places they lived and tell you their stories.

A thrilling tale of power, obsession and betrayal at the edge of the world. In 1808, an American merchant ship happened upon an uncharted island in the South Pacific and unwittingly solved the biggest nautical mystery of the era: the whereabouts of a band of fugitives who, after seizing their...

In 1769, Captain James Cook’s historic expedition in the region would lead to an English claim on Australia, but before he reached Australia, he sailed near New Zealand and spent weeks mapping part of New Zealand’s coast. Thus, he was also one of the first to observe and take note of the indigenous peoples of the two islands.

The British Colonization of New Zealand: The History of New Zealand from Settlement to Dominion analyzes the expeditions that discovered New Zealand and the early settlements and conflicts waged there from 1650 to 1850. You will learn about the European settlement of New Zealand like never before.

Great tales of the turf, from Jorrocks to Black Caviar. Jim Haynes loves the sport of kings nearly as much as he loves bush yarns, and in this volume he brings these two great loves together in the biggest book of Australian racing stories ever. Full of tall tales and true, laughter, romance and heartbreak, and chock-a-block with the best Australian racing stories, verses and yarns, Jim tells of the great champions, the tragedies, and the unique characters (equine and human) of the track.

The Taiwan government is on the brink of collapse. From their hiding place on Xiuguluan Mountain, a United States-Taiwanese special ops team prepares to wage guerilla warfare. Their mission may demand the ultimate sacrifice, but could change the course of the war.

Janice liked to say "Coincidences were miracles of God where He wants to remain anonymous." Her life was a remarkable series of these unique events. Take a journey with Jan across the planet, and experience the wonder of observing the great and the small. Then change the world. Jan's experiences traverse the worlds of Audubon and Cornell University ornithology, The history of the Pacific Island of Guam, becoming a freelance author and, Mark Twain scholar.

Experience the historical clash where ancient Indigenous custodianship meets the relentless drive of nation-building. Perfect for your morning commute or a reflective listening session, this gripping narrative transforms how you view the continent. It seamlessly weaves deep time with frontier...

Unravel the gripping historical mystery of ancient indigenous engineering and survival on an isolated Pacific island. Perfect for an immersive commute, this awe-inspiring archaeological journey transports you to a windswept landscape crowned with giant stone faces. Discover the brilliant minds...

Experience the epic Australian history of how a harsh penal colony transformed into a glittering Pacific metropolis. Whether you are planning a trip down under or seeking an immersive daily commute, this rich narrative anchors you deep within ancient First Nations landscapes before launching...

Uncover the dramatic Australian history of a harsh penal colony that transformed into a thriving global metropolis. Turn your daily commute or focused learning session into an immersive journey through time as this evocative urban history traces a profound clash of civilizations. Dive into the...

Uncover the gripping Australian history of a harsh penal colony that transformed into a thriving, diverse modern nation. Perfect for a long commute, this immersive non-fiction narrative sweeps across centuries of colonization, conflict, and survival at the edge of the British Empire. Listen as...

Experience an epic maritime history adventure detailing how brilliant indigenous navigators conquered the Pacific Ocean. Perfect for your daily commute or focused learning, this awe-inspiring saga transforms the world's largest water body from a formidable barrier into a thriving network of...

Experience the gripping urban history of a starved penal colony that transformed into a glittering global metropolis. Perfect for your morning commute or travel prep, this immersive historical journey explores the dramatic evolution of Australia's most famous harbor. Hear how a storied landscape...

Dive into the dramatic history and architectural genius behind a controversial project that defined modern Australia. Whether you are seeking an inspiring narrative for your morning commute or an intellectually engaging escape, this true story of ambition and bitter rivalry delivers. Witness how...

Dive into the epic world history of Aotearoa, where relentless waves of migration clashed to forge a modern nation. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive historical narrative explores the dramatic cultural encounters that shaped the Pacific's final frontier. Transform your focused...

Uncover an epic history of Indigenous resilience, colonial conquest, and survival against a harsh, isolated continent. Trace the dramatic origins of a vibrant modern democracy forged by unpredictable climates and unyielding landscapes. Whether you are seeking a thought-provoking commute or a...

Discover the epic history of Maori navigators and colonial clashes that forged a nation at the edge of the world. Whether you are commuting or planning a global adventure, this immersive educational narrative transports you directly to the shores of Aotearoa. Experience a gripping saga of...

Uncover the dramatic urban history of a contested colonial frontier that exploded into a booming global metropolis. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive journey reveals the deep Indigenous roots of the Kulin nations and the complex environment violently disrupted by early settlement...