Squatter's Castle: The Story Of A Pastoral Dynasty Life And Times Of Edward David Stewart Ogilvie 1814-96

Squatter's Castle: The Story Of A Pastoral Dynasty Life And Times Of Edward David Stewart Ogilvie 1814-96

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Author: George Farwell
Binding: Hardback
Published: Lansdowne, 1974

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This compelling historical narrative, Squatter's Castle: The Story Of A Pastoral Dynasty, chronicles the rise and fall of a prominent Australian pastoral family, detailing their struggles and triumphs across generations. The work presents a vivid portrait of colonial life, illustrating the harsh realities and immense opportunities that shaped the continent's early development. Farwell's prose captures the ambition, resilience, and often ruthless determination required to forge an empire from the untamed wilderness. It argues for the enduring legacy of these powerful figures on the nation's identity, offering a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of wealth, power, and social change.

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Description

Author: George Farwell
Binding: Hardback
Published: Lansdowne, 1974

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This compelling historical narrative, Squatter's Castle: The Story Of A Pastoral Dynasty, chronicles the rise and fall of a prominent Australian pastoral family, detailing their struggles and triumphs across generations. The work presents a vivid portrait of colonial life, illustrating the harsh realities and immense opportunities that shaped the continent's early development. Farwell's prose captures the ambition, resilience, and often ruthless determination required to forge an empire from the untamed wilderness. It argues for the enduring legacy of these powerful figures on the nation's identity, offering a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of wealth, power, and social change.