Government House Tasmania: A Remarkable Story
Government House Tasmania: A Remarkable Story
Written by Kate Warner and David Owen
This two-volume set published in May 2021 has a combined total of nearly 600 pages printed on luxurious 150 gsm silk stock.
History Book
The books are case bound and fitted in a burgundy hand-produced slipcase with gold foil embellishment. Lavishly illustrated with over 500 images, including historical paintings and drawings, maps, plans and early photographs (some never previously published) and a stunning collection of contemporary photographs of the House and Grounds.
As well as being a detailed work of Tasmanian history, the two volumes cover architecture, art, gardening and landscape ideals, pioneering scientific endeavor, colonial administration, Vice-Regal families and staff, the evolving use of the House and Grounds, Royalty and more.