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What a Ripper!: 60 everyday objects that shaped Australia
By (author) Tim Ross
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There are certain memories that will be familiar to anyone who grew up in Australia between the 1960s and the 1990s. Things like traipsing to the caravan-park toilet with a Dolphin torch at night, indulging in crème de menthe from a Regis glass, lobbing a banana peel at a Nylex flip-top bin and sporting a new Stackhat while riding your BMX bike. Celebrating 60 objects that were designed and made in Australia, Tim Ross of @modernister transports us back in time and pays tribute to objects that you might be lucky enough to still find in your home or backyard shed. There are colourful photos, previously untold stories and fascinating narratives, making this book equal parts retro-design celebration, pop-culture treasure trove and nostalgic adventure. What a Ripper! also reveals the high standard of design in this country, which is often overlooked. Now our unique design ingenuity is getting the attention it deserves, helping us to rediscover just how important and meaningful these iconic everyday objects really are.
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Publisher | Murdoch Books
Published date | 29 Jul 2025
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Format | Hardback
Pages | 240
Dimensions | 215 x 170 x 0mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 806g
ISBN | 978-1-7615-0047-3
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BISAC | antiques & collectibles / popular culture
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