Hughes, Robert
The Fatal Shore
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099448549
- author:
- Hughes, Robert
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 748
- Dimensions:
- 19.56 x 12.95 x 4.06 centimetres
- Genre:
- Australasian & Pacific history: c 1750 to c 1900
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The story of Australia's birth is one of suffering and brutality, forged in the harsh conditions of England's convict transportation system. From the landing of the first fleet in 1788 to the final, turbulent years of the penal colony, this epic narrative explores the transformation of a jail into a thriving nation.
This is a history of the Australian experience, told through the lens of the convict era, which shaped the country's development and identity. With meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Robert Hughes brings to life the complex and often brutal history of Australia's early years.
With 671 pages, this paperback edition provides a comprehensive and detailed account of Australia's formative period, from the arrival of the first fleet to the eventual closure of the penal colony in 1829. A fascinating and thought-provoking read, this book offers a unique perspective on the country's origins and the people who helped shape its future.
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