Adrift in Melbourne: Seven Walks With Robyn Annear

Some years ago when I worked at the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, we developed podcasts providing information about some of the historical sites in the region. Two of these podcasts are available on the RHSV website. Consequently I was interested to see this book of walks around the streets of Melbourne by Robyn Annear. 

Adrift in Melbourne,: seven walks with Robyn Annear showcases some of the hidden history to be found in Melbourne. Most of the actual sites outlined in the walks no longer exist but their history remains. Readers can 'explore' the walks from home with the asistance of an internet search to discover photographs and illustrations of places and people mentioned in the many entertaining stories provided by the author. Of course, readers can also spend some time investigating the sites as they walk the streets of the CBD of Melbourne. This book is a great addition to discoverning more about the history of Melbourne.