HEADS AND TAILS: The Story of the Kalgoorlie Two-Up School (Signed Copy)

Perth, Western Australia: Printed by Wescolour Press, 1985. xii, 178pp. B/white photographic and sketch illustrations throughout. Book clean. Spine firm. Signed by author D. Sheehan on title page, tiny spot to same, else leaves clean and unmarked. Illustrated, flapped card wrapper has very small corner creases, minimal edgewear and surface indentations. From the front flap: "This well researched and highly interesting book is a first ever study of Australia's national game. It traces two-ups early beginnings when the First Fleet arrived in 1788 and, in particular, provides an indepth look at its development on the Goldfields of Western Australia. The unique Kalgoorlie two-up school is traced from its infancy during the gold rushes of the 1890s until its final legalisation in 1983. The backdrop of history which includes gold discoveries, race riots, gold stealing, prostitution and political intrigue provides a fascinating glimpse of life on the Goldfields which few Australian towns have ever experienced . . . " Includes Bibliography and Index. Book weight approx. 380g. (This book will post as a small parcel within Australia only, and postage charge will be reduced accordingly). Signed by Author Danny Sheehan . First Edition. Softcover with Fold-in Flaps. Very Good. 8vo - (approx. 22cm x 14cm).