The Commandants: The Tyrants Who Ruled Norfolk Island
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: M.G. Britts
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Rigby, 1980
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical account chronicles the brutal realities of the Norfolk Island penal settlement, detailing the lives and reigns of the commandants who governed its notorious inhabitants. It uncovers the oppressive systems and harsh punishments that defined this isolated outpost, presenting a vivid picture of colonial justice and human endurance. The narrative illustrates the profound impact of absolute power on both the rulers and the ruled, offering a stark examination of a dark chapter in history. Readers will find a meticulously researched and unflinching portrayal of tyranny and survival.
Author: M.G. Britts
Format: Hardback
Published: 1980, Rigby
Author: M.G. Britts
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Rigby, 1980
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical account chronicles the brutal realities of the Norfolk Island penal settlement, detailing the lives and reigns of the commandants who governed its notorious inhabitants. It uncovers the oppressive systems and harsh punishments that defined this isolated outpost, presenting a vivid picture of colonial justice and human endurance. The narrative illustrates the profound impact of absolute power on both the rulers and the ruled, offering a stark examination of a dark chapter in history. Readers will find a meticulously researched and unflinching portrayal of tyranny and survival.