William Turner 1831-1919: Selected Writings

The life, career and writings of William Turner have been forgotten for too long, but are now made available again. The reader with an interest in colonial Victoria will find a strong personality who was at the heart of the financial life of Melbourne during the economic and religious turbulence of the late 19th century. This volume, which includes many early and rare photographs (including by his brother Joseph Turner of Geelong), paints an extraordinary picture of early Victoria and rural Queensland. The book explores the Australian Church, the Commercial Bank of Australia, the Presbyterian Church, assorted religious arguments (including Theosophy), bimetallism and Melbourne Society. The book contains all William Turner's surviving lectures. Also included is a biography of John Turner (Beechworth) 1827-1883, a detailed family tree and much more. 250 pages. Hardcover.