Wild Colonial Boys
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Plastic sleeve protecting binding, yellowed block
Wild Colonial Boys chronicles the daring escapades of Australia's most infamous bushrangers, painting a vivid portrait of a lawless colonial era. This historical account details the lives of legendary figures such as Ben Hall and Captain Thunderbolt, whose exploits captivated and terrified the early Australian settlements. Clune's narrative presents a gripping and often romanticized view of these outlaws, illustrating their struggles against authority and the harsh realities of the Australian frontier. The work uncovers the social and political landscape that fostered such rebellion, offering insights into the complex relationship between the colonists and the land. It stands as a foundational text in Australian history, preserving the legends of those who defied the law and shaped the nation's rugged identity.
Author: Frank Clune
Format: Hardback
Published: 1965, Angus and Robertson
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Plastic sleeve protecting binding, yellowed block
Wild Colonial Boys chronicles the daring escapades of Australia's most infamous bushrangers, painting a vivid portrait of a lawless colonial era. This historical account details the lives of legendary figures such as Ben Hall and Captain Thunderbolt, whose exploits captivated and terrified the early Australian settlements. Clune's narrative presents a gripping and often romanticized view of these outlaws, illustrating their struggles against authority and the harsh realities of the Australian frontier. The work uncovers the social and political landscape that fostered such rebellion, offering insights into the complex relationship between the colonists and the land. It stands as a foundational text in Australian history, preserving the legends of those who defied the law and shaped the nation's rugged identity.