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Old Fremantle: Photographs 1850-1950 (Deluxe Edition) by John Dowson, Signed
By John Dowson
2004 • Hardcover • Uwa Publishing
Description
Old Fremantle: Photographs 1850-1950 (deluxe Edition) Prose Books by John Dowson. DESCRIPTION This book is rare and is a history of Fremantle, Western Australia, with over 240 original photographs of the port city from 1850 to 1950. Details: Nedlands: University of Western Australia Press, 2003. Limited edition, 350 copies, oblong quarto, pp 231, incl Index, b&w, colour & sepia-toned photographs, maps, original gilt titled cloth boards with inlay photograph to front board., marbled end papers., all edges gilt, gilt titled presentation box with ribbon. Signed and numbered by the author. Very fine
Synopsis
Title: Old Fremantle: Photographs 1850-1950 (Deluxe Edition), Signed
Author/Publisher: John Dowson / UWA Publishing
Publication Year: 2004
Format: 223-page Illustrated Deluxe Limited and Numbered Hardcover
John Dowson's 'Old Fremantle: Photographs 1850-1950' stands as a meticulously curated photographic history, offering a profound visual record of Fremantle, Western Australia, during a pivotal century of its development. This comprehensive volume chronicles the transformation of the port city through the lens of its past, capturing a unique period of growth and change.
More than just a historical account, this offering is a rare 1st Edition, a Deluxe, Limited, and Numbered copy, personally signed by the author, John Dowson. It provides an unparalleled glimpse into the rich heritage and enduring spirit of Fremantle, making it a significant addition to any discerning collection.
- A Rich Visual Archive: Featuring over 240 original photographs, the collection includes a diverse array of black-and-white, colour, and sepia-toned images that bring the city's past vividly to life, documenting its social and architectural development.
- Key Australian History: As a vital non-fiction work focusing on Australia and Oceania, this book delves into the unique cultural and economic evolution of Fremantle, offering invaluable insights into the broader heritage of Western Australia.
This Deluxe, Limited, and Numbered First Edition, personally signed by its author, John Dowson, represents a highly desirable acquisition for collectors of Australiana, photographic archives, and significant regional historical studies, affirming its status as a collector's centrepiece.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Publisher | Uwa Publishing |
| Year | 2004 |
| Pages | 223 |
| Type | Picture Book |
| Genre | Photography, Travel, History |
| Topic | Australia & Oceania, Australia & New Zealand, Photoessays & Documentaries |
| Signed | Yes |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Vintage | No |
| Features | Limited Edition, Special Edition, Numbered Copy, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Old Fremantle : Photographs 1850-1950 |
| Item Width | 12.2 in |
| Illustrator | Yes |
| Item Height | 0.9 in |
| Item Length | 9.6 in |
| Item Weight | 13 Oz |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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