{"product_id":"bill-wannan-an-australian-book-of-days-1970-1st-ed-hc-dj-australiana-anthology","title":"Bill Wannan An Australian Book of Days 1970 1st Ed HC DJ Australiana Anthology","description":"\u003cp\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTitle: An Australian Book of Days\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSubtitle: A Quotable Anthology for All Seasons\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthor \/ Compiler: Bill Wannan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublisher: Hill of Content Publishing Co Pty Ltd, Melbourne\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYear of Publication: 1970\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEdition: First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFormat: Hardcover with Dust Jacket (protected in removable wrap)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrinted by: The Griffin Press, Netley, South Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned by: Anne Savage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLanguage: English\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenre: Australiana \/ Australian Literature \/ Quotations \/ Anthology\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSBN: 85572 036 0\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal Price: $6.95\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini Story or Hook:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fascinating piece of Australian literary and cultural history, An Australian Book of Days was compiled by noted Australian folklorist and author Bill Wannan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescribed as “A Quotable Anthology for All Seasons”, the book brings together a broad collection of Australian observations, anecdotes, humour, verse, folklore and quotations. Wannan was particularly well known for recording Australian stories, sayings and traditions, making this an appealing volume for collectors of Australiana and Australian social history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublished in Melbourne by Hill of Content in 1970, this is the first edition and retains its distinctive original illustrated dust jacket, including the original $6.95 price on the front flap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good – see detailed notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage 1970 hardcover in collectible condition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDust jacket is present and shows general age-related wear, rubbing, marks and some wear around the edges and corners, and is now housed in a removable protective sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal $6.95 price remains printed on the front dust jacket flap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHardcover boards show some age-related spotting and marking, particularly around the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack endpapers are intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBinding appears sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePages show age toning with scattered foxing and spotting, including to the preliminary and title pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo major tears or significant structural damage observed from inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA presentable first edition copy retaining its original dust jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📸 The photos form part of the description – please examine them closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📦 All items are carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure they arrive safely at their new forever home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombined postage available – contact us before purchasing for a revised invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternational shipping available on request – please message for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed to Know More?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave questions or need more photos? We’re happy to help! Just message us and we’ll get back to you promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Info:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🛍️ Check out our other items — we specialise in first and early edition books and are more than happy to bundle books to save on postage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📲 Follow us @vintagehqcomau on socials and on eBay for more nostalgic finds and stories behind these unique or rare pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage HQ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67716012343525,"sku":"EB-147636966929","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/1255\/3701\/files\/57_69a100f7-8465-45c8-8a9b-fc1f86711450.jpg?v=1792099103","url":"https:\/\/vintagehq.com.au\/products\/bill-wannan-an-australian-book-of-days-1970-1st-ed-hc-dj-australiana-anthology","provider":"Vintage HQ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}