Melbourne
Swanston Street
Past & present.
One photograph shows St Paul’s Cathedral under construction. Another turns west along Flinders Lane from Swanston Street, giving a narrower view between the buildings. From Princes Bridge, the long sightline along Swanston Street helps place the crowds and traffic in the old postcards.
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Origins: Melbourne - Foundations of a City
Origins: Melbourne - Foundations of a City
Origins: Melbourne – Foundations of a City is a beautifully crafted hardcover book that traces Melbourne’s early development through rich storytelling and side-by-side historical and modern photography. From the first settlers to steam trains, this edition offers a compelling visual journey through the city’s foundations. Ideal for history enthusiasts, collectors, and those with a passion for Melbourne’s past.
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350 pages, our biggest book yet.