The Encyclopedia of MelbourneGreat cities deserve great encyclopedias. A city is known by its past, its characteristic virtues and troubles, and its ways of life. 'Marvellous Melbourne' symbolises the achievements of Australian urbanisation and suburbanisation. The Encyclopedia of Melbourne reflects and encompasses the city's historical position as one of the world's pre eminent nineteenth century metropolises, and as one of the twenty first century's most liveable cities.