On the home front : Melbourne in wartime : 1939-1945
Darian-Smith, Kate2009
Book
During WWII, the people of Melbourne experienced years of social dislocation and increased government interference in all aspects of daily life. As women left the home to replace men in factories and offices, the traditional roles of women were challenged, and the presence of US soldiers raised questions about Australian identity.
Main title:
On the home front : Melbourne in wartime : 1939-1945 / Kate Darian Smith.
Author:
Edition:
2nd ed.
Imprint:
Carlton, Vic. : Melbourne University Press, 2009.
Collation:
xiii, 303 p. ; 24 cm.
Notes:
First published : 1990.Includes bibliographical references (p. 273-293) and index.
Audience:
Tertiary/Undergraduate.General.
Geographic coverage:
Geographic coverage: AustraliaGeographic coverage: Victoria
Contents:
City in war--Work--Housing and homes--Family--Entertainment--Sexuality and morality--Americans.
ISBN:
9780522856835 (pbk)0522856837
Dewey class:
994.51042994.51
LC class:
D744.7.A8
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
162366
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| narrm ngarrgu Library and Family Services | Local History Non Fiction | LH 994.51 DARI | On loan - Due: 08 Jul 2026 |