Characters (2011)
Author: Stephen Banham
Researcher: Christine Eid
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Co-publisher: State Library of Victoria

Christine Eid was commissioned as a researcher on the Characters book project (2011). Written by Stephen Banham, published by Thames and Hudson and co-published by the State Library of Victoria, the book tells the rich cultural stories of a city, in this case Melbourne, through its signage.

Working alongside Banham, Eid identified some of the key sites for the book by exploring the rich collections at the State Library of Victoria, National Trust of Australia (Victoria), City of Melbourne, Royal Historical Society of Victoria, Italian Historical Society and a number of local historical societies. The three year project involved Eid undertaking extensive and meticulous research and in some cases provided a foundation for Banham’s primary research. A diverse range of material such as newspaper articles, publications, photographs, sketches, maps, posters, architectural drawings and artwork were sourced, and at times uncovered, bringing a deeper understanding and context to the signage sites.

Characters

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