Based on the information available, "The Bond Store Tales" by Ross Gibson, published in 1996, appears to be a collection of stories related to the **Bond Store in the Museum of Sydney** 【1】. Ross Gibson's work often explores **Australian identity, colonial history, and cross-cultural encounters** 【2】【3】.
Possible themes and topics to connect this book to others in a library:
* **Australian History and Colonialism:** The book could be connected to other works that deal with the impact of colonial incursion on contemporary Australia and possible mechanisms for reconciliation 【2】.
* **Museum Studies and Storytelling:** Given that The Bond Store is a "storytelling place in the Museum" 【1】, it could be related to books about museums, the presentation of history, and the role of storytelling in cultural institutions.
* **Cultural Identity:** Ross Gibson's broader work often engages with questions of cultural identity 【4】【3】. This book could be linked to other books exploring Australian identity, particularly in the context of its history and relationship with the Pacific region.
* **Essays:** The essay form is suited to negotiating difficulties that persist in contemporary Australia as a result of colonial incursion 【2】.