Description
Clear Across Australia: A History of Telecommunications by Ann Moyal explores the fascinating development of Australia's telecommunications system and the important role communications technology has played in the country's history.
From the earliest telegraph networks to the development of telephone services and more modern forms of communication, Moyal traces the growth of telecommunications across a vast and geographically challenging country. The book examines how Australia worked to connect its widely separated cities, towns and rural communities, and how advances in communications helped overcome the enormous distances between them.
Moyal explores the people, organisations and technological developments behind Australia's telecommunications history. The story provides an insight into the expansion of the telegraph and telephone networks, the challenges of providing services across remote areas and the changing relationship between technology, government, business and Australian society.
The book also demonstrates how telecommunications became an essential part of Australia's economic and social development. Faster communication transformed business, government administration, news reporting and everyday life, helping to connect communities across the continent and with the wider world.
Drawing on historical research, Clear Across Australia provides an informative and engaging account of a significant but sometimes overlooked aspect of Australian history. It will appeal to readers interested in Australian history, technology, communications, engineering and the development of modern infrastructure.
Genre: Australian History / Technology / Telecommunications History
Target Audience: Readers interested in Australian history, technology, telecommunications, engineering, infrastructure and the development of communications in Australia.
Condition: Good vintage condition overall. Some yellowing due to age, minor wear and bumps to the corners.
Dimensions: 19cm x 27cm
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