Publisher's Synopsis
This is an illustrated, recent survey on Australia which is part of a new series on countries around the world.;The book provides essential background information about the country - its location, geography and climate, the history of its people, their customs, traditions and religions.;However, the emphasis lies on the country today - its agriculture, trade and industry and its influence and relations with other countries - including travel and communication, and the various lifestyles of the people who live there.;The books are designed in double page spreads for easy reading and reference.
