Explores the development of Australia's identity and experience through the world of art The text draws on a wide range of critical and historical sources Painting, photography and sculpture discussed in every chapter In Focus ' A feature study in each chapter profiling either an artist, an artwork, architect or photographer and providing specific activities to explore and extend the topic Our House and Our City ' a series of double-page spreads filtered through the book, which are snapshots of domestic and civil architecture throughout Australia's history Critical and Historical investigations ' graded activities in each chapter Chronological approach with themes woven throughout the text Highlighted glossary words/terms throughout the text Increased content on indigenous artists Increased content on women artists Accessible and lively writing style.
