Excerpt from Capricornia
Bicycle. Aboriginal stockman, of Red Ochre cattle station. A member Of the Mullanmullak tribe.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book plunges you into the tumultuous frontier of early 20th-century Capricornia, a fictional territory in northern Australia. Through a sprawling cast of characters ΓΆβ β from government officials and settlers to railway workers and Aboriginal Australians ΓΆβ β the author paints a vivid picture of life on the edge of civilization. The narrative unfolds like a saga, spanning a quarter-century and encompassing the struggles of establishing settlements, navigating the harsh climate, and confronting the complexities of cultural clashes. The author's intimate knowledge of the diverse trades and professions of the time shines through, lending authenticity to every scene, whether it be a bar fight, a corroboree, or a courtroom drama. This is a powerful story, propelled by exciting incidents and unflinching honesty. It delves into themes of colonialism, cultural identity, and the human cost of progress. Ultimately, the book offers profound insights into the enduring impact of historical encounters on both individuals and communities. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243325320_0
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