{"product_id":"the-front-door-douglas-lockwood","title":"The Front Door - Douglas Lockwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Front Door\u003c\/em\u003e by Douglas Lockwood is a detailed and engaging history of Darwin and the Northern Territory, covering the first hundred years of the city's development from 1869 to 1969. Lockwood brings together historical events, personal stories and accounts of the people who helped shape Darwin, creating a vivid picture of life in Australia's tropical north.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book explores Darwin's early beginnings, from the first settlements and the establishment of Palmerston, as Darwin was originally known, through to its growth into an important northern Australian city. Lockwood describes the challenges faced by early settlers, the development of mining, pearling, trade and transport, and the diverse communities that became part of Darwin's history. The book also provides an insight into the experiences of Aboriginal people and the Larrakia people, as well as the Chinese, European and other communities who contributed to the character of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Front Door\u003c\/em\u003e also records some of the major events that shaped Darwin, including cyclones, wartime experiences, political and social changes and the difficulties of living in such a remote and demanding environment. Through photographs, historical accounts and detailed storytelling, Lockwood brings the early history of Darwin to life and offers a fascinating glimpse into the people and events behind the development of the Northern Territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting and valuable book for anyone interested in Darwin, the Northern Territory and Australian history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good condition with minimal tears or damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 22cm x 14.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is second-hand and is sold as is. If you would like more details please contact us or visit us in store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e100% of profits raised from the sale of our goods will assist Fair Trade and Gift Shop in helping the many charities we support which make lasting change in the lives of disadvantaged people.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FAIR TRADE AND GIFT SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49006776418457,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/7536\/2457\/files\/IMG_9513.jpg?v=1789087925","url":"https:\/\/fairtradeandgiftshop.com\/products\/the-front-door-douglas-lockwood","provider":"FAIR TRADE AND GIFT SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}