In Defence Of Lives And Property

Biography & Memoir History Australiana

In Defence of Lives and Property by Australian historian Edgar Penzig is a 1981 first edition hardcover that explores how colonial settlers protected homes, farms and communities in early Australia. Penzig blends military history with social biography, making engineering fortifications and civilian defense networks as vivid as the personal stories behind them.

This vintage Kangaroo Press copy arrives with its original illustrated dust jacket and crisp, unmarked pages; the binding is tight and the book shows no signs of smoke or handling wear. A previous owner has added a discreet personalised touch, giving collectors a unique piece without authorial signature.

Ideal for enthusiasts of Australian history, war & combat narratives, or antiquarian Australiana, the book is clean, complete and ready for display. From a smoke-free home, it offers a window into the challenges faced by those who defended life and livelihood on the colonial frontier.