Australian Dictionary of Biography

Lively and intriguing, this informative study provides concise and fascinating descriptions of prominent men and women who played a part in Australia's expansive history. Offering more than 500 life accounts, subjects range from the first European contact to Australia in the 1500s to the creator of Felix the Cat and the infamous apple grower by the name of Maria "Granny" Smith. An exhaustive reference of those who contributed their vision and energies to a growing nation, this informative study is an adjunct to the first 16 volumes of the Australian Dictionary of Biography, and includes a complete name index to the entire collection.