Claiming a Continent
A History of Australia

A thematic history of Australia from the invasion to the present day. "Race" is placed at the centre of the Australian story and is linked to the broader narrative of possession, dispossession and proprietorship.

An exciting new general history of Australia to the present day. By placing race at the center of the Australian story and linking it to a broader narrative of possession, dispossession, and proprietorship, David Day's book is an important and timely look at what has really shaped Australia's history.