History Australiana Local & Regional History
Bungonia to Braidfield Historical and Archaeological Account of Th by Barry McGowan offers a concise, illustrated overview of the region’s mining heritage, early settlement and archaeological sites. Written for both young adults and adult readers, the book blends local history with technical insight, making it a useful reference for anyone interested in Australian archaeology and environmental development.
Published in 1996 by the Canberra Times, this paperback captures the 1990s perspective on the area’s engineering and mining legacy. The author’s clear narrative connects the natural landscape with the people who shaped it, providing a readable blend of biography, true‑story and technical detail.
The volume is in good used condition, with a small dent on the cover and a faint ripple along the page edge. Pages are clean, tidy and free of writing, dog‑ears or tears, and the binding remains tight; it comes from a smoke‑free home.