South

In *South*, Malcolm Traill invites you into a richly detailed local history of Albany, on Western Australia’s southern coast—told through vivid storytelling and rare archival images that bring the town’s past close.

Drawing on pieces first published in local outlets since 2017, Traill—an experienced historian and heritage expert—gathers them here for the first time. The result is a layered portrait of Albany: its people and places, moments of change and resilience, and the long human story that begins more than 40,000 years ago with the Menang people of the Noongar nation, alongside the later chapter of European settlement from 1826.

Perfect for readers who love Australian history, Western Australian heritage, regional stories, and illustrated nonfiction, *South* also makes a thoughtful gift for locals, visitors, and anyone curious about place and belonging.

Add this one to your shelf and rediscover Albany’s remarkable story ahead of its 2026 bicentenary.