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The Fatal Shore
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The Fatal Shore, authored by the acclaimed historian Robert Hughes, invites readers on...
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The Fatal Shore, authored by the acclaimed historian Robert Hughes, invites readers on a gripping journey through Australia’s tumultuous colonial beginnings. This meticulously researched narrative transports you back to 1787, the twenty-eighth year of King George III’s reign, when a British fleet set sail to establish a penal colony on the distant continent.
Hughes' magnum opus presents an unflinching account of mass deportation from Georgian Britain, intertwining a story that echoes the tragedies of the infamous Gulag. With rich, evocative prose, he unveils the painful saga of men, women, and children subjected to a harsh justice system that would ultimately shape the identity of modern Australia.
Key features of The Fatal Shore include:
- Dramatic storytelling: Hughes combines historical fact with compelling narrative techniques, painting a vivid picture of life in the early penal colony.
- In-depth research: The book is supported by extensive archival work, providing authentic insights into the lives and struggles of its subjects.
- Rich characterizations: From the poignant to the grotesque, Hughes introduces readers to a variety of colorful personalities, showcasing the diverse experiences of those involved.
Acclaimed as 'a unique phantasmagoria of crime and punishment', The Fatal Shore not only illuminates the dark corners of Australia’s past but also serves as a vital contribution to historical literature. This award-winning work offers a profound understanding of the nation’s heritage, positioning itself as the definitive account that finally reveals Australia’s true historical narrative.
Product Information
| ISBN: | 9780099448549 |
| Author: | Robert Hughes |
| Format: | Paperback / softback |
| Imprint: | Vintage |
| Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
| Dimensions: | 197 x 129 x 40 mm |
| Publication Date: | 01 February, 2003 |
| Pagination: | 720 pages, 16 |
| Weight: | 568g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
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