Penguin Books Australia

WHEN SOMEBODY SWINDLED THE PERTH MINT OUT OF GOLD WORTH OVER HALF A MILLION DOLLARS IN 1982, LOCAL POLICE THOUGHT THEY HAD CAUGHT THE OFFENDERS.

The Mickelberg brothers, Ray, Peter and Brian, were their prime suspects.  They were charge and convicted despite the fact the gold was never found, and before the trial had even commenced were also charged with defrauding millionaire Alan Bond with a...

There are few other places on earth where flowers are so all pervasive, so varied and as sumptuous as in southwest Western Australia.  It is one of 39 special places in the world, named International Biodiversity Hotspots, where there have been explosions of evolution - veritable cauldrons of species making.

Award-winning photographers Stanley and Kaisa Breeden journey into this unique landscape. ...

The new edition is bursting with the latest, up-to-date information about Perth's fresh food scene.  With lots of new entries this fabulous little guide book steers you to the small independent food shops and markets where you'll find the highest quality, fresh, local and seasonal produce.

' . . . a goldmine of information'
The Weekend Australian

'I have already stowed the review copy in my bag...

Every port city has its share of raffish characters and legendary stories.  Fremantle is no exception.  Take a stroll around the streets of this famous dockside city with longtime resident, writer and raconteur, Ron Davidson.

Fremantle Impressions explores the city's character and charm, its rich and colourful array of stories, people and places.  Vividly brought to life and filled with...

From the broad golden beaches and the brilliant sunsets over the sea to the colourful yachts and silver waters of the...