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Bridging Sydney
Author: Edited by Caroline Mackaness
Hard cover with dust jacket. Excellent condition.
Bridging Sydney by Caroline Mackaness is a richly illustrated and meticulously researched volume that commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Sydney Harbour Bridge's opening. The book traces the bridge's journey from early conceptual designs to its complex construction during the Great Depression, highlighting its significance as a monumental feat of engineering and a symbol of Australia's industrial and social maturity. Featuring over 400 images—including photographs, artworks by Grace Cossington Smith and Jessie Traill, and archival documents—the book offers a comprehensive exploration of the bridge's impact on Sydney's urban landscape and national identity. Mackaness, drawing from public and private collections, provides readers with a multifaceted perspective on the bridge's enduring legacy.
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