COTTESLOE : A Town of Distinction

Town of Cottesloe, 2007. Softcover. Near Fine.   WEST AUSTRALIANAThe standard history of this premier coastal locale in Perth's Western Suburbs. Spans the history of Cottesloe and adjacent suburbs from the first inhabitants to the 17th and 19th century visits to the Dutch and French explorers and the area's progress up until the commencement of the 21st century. It covers their contribution to trade, commerce, civic affairs ad involvement in the foundation of schools, churches, charitable institution, sporting and cultural activities. The development of a popular beachfront in highlighted from the public opening of the Cottesloe pier in 1908, through various eras covering two World Wars. Published to coincide with the Town of Cottesloe's Centenary. vii, 408 p. : ill., facsims., maps, ports. ; 24 cm. Frontier and pioneer life -- Western Australia -- Cottesloe Cottesloe (W.A.) -- History #0218R/1118/0221/0421/240922/120923 Out of print ISBN 13: 9780980403602 Elizabeth's Bookshops have been one of Australia's premier independent book dealers since 1973. Elizabeth's family-owned business operates four branches in Perth CBD, Fremantle (WA), and Newtown (NSW). All orders are dispatched within 24 hours from our Fremantle Warehouse. All items can be viewed at Elizabeth's Bookshop Warehouse, 23 Queen Victoria Street\, Fremantle WA. (Please note: Over standard weight or size. Orders via ABE Books or Biblio or from Overseas may incur additional postage charges. We will contact you prior to processing order to request your approval or contact us to confirm postage cost.)