In The Shadow Of Van Diemen's Land
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
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Set against the brutal and unforgiving landscape of colonial Tasmania, In the Shadow of Van Diemen's Land is a work of historical fiction that chronicles the harrowing experiences of those caught within the convict transportation system of the nineteenth century. Graeme Hetherington vividly illustrates the harsh realities of life under colonial rule, weaving together themes of survival, injustice, and resilience against a backdrop of sweeping Australian wilderness. The narrative uncovers the human cost of empire, presenting characters whose struggles reflect the broader social and moral tensions of the era with unflinching honesty. Written with atmospheric intensity and a deep respect for historical detail, the story draws readers into a world where freedom is a distant dream and the land itself seems to conspire against those who dare to hope.
Author: Graeme Hetherington
Format: Paperback
Published: 1999, Cornford Press
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Set against the brutal and unforgiving landscape of colonial Tasmania, In the Shadow of Van Diemen's Land is a work of historical fiction that chronicles the harrowing experiences of those caught within the convict transportation system of the nineteenth century. Graeme Hetherington vividly illustrates the harsh realities of life under colonial rule, weaving together themes of survival, injustice, and resilience against a backdrop of sweeping Australian wilderness. The narrative uncovers the human cost of empire, presenting characters whose struggles reflect the broader social and moral tensions of the era with unflinching honesty. Written with atmospheric intensity and a deep respect for historical detail, the story draws readers into a world where freedom is a distant dream and the land itself seems to conspire against those who dare to hope.