The Hermit In Van Diemen's Land
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Henry Savery
Binding: Hardback
Published: University of Queensland Press, 1964
Condition:
Book: Acceptable
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Reading copy with markings
This seminal work of early Australian literature, The Hermit In Van Diemen's Land, chronicles the solitary existence of a mysterious figure against the harsh backdrop of colonial Tasmania. The narrative presents a vivid portrayal of the isolated life and the psychological landscape of a recluse in a penal colony. It uncovers the social intricacies and personal struggles faced by individuals transported to the distant shores of Van Diemen's Land, offering a poignant reflection on themes of exile, redemption, and human resilience. The author illustrates the stark realities of the era with a compelling and often melancholic tone, establishing a foundational text in the nation's literary heritage.
Author: Henry Savery
Binding: Hardback
Published: University of Queensland Press, 1964
Condition:
Book: Acceptable
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Reading copy with markings
This seminal work of early Australian literature, The Hermit In Van Diemen's Land, chronicles the solitary existence of a mysterious figure against the harsh backdrop of colonial Tasmania. The narrative presents a vivid portrayal of the isolated life and the psychological landscape of a recluse in a penal colony. It uncovers the social intricacies and personal struggles faced by individuals transported to the distant shores of Van Diemen's Land, offering a poignant reflection on themes of exile, redemption, and human resilience. The author illustrates the stark realities of the era with a compelling and often melancholic tone, establishing a foundational text in the nation's literary heritage.