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Moondyne

A Story of Life in West Australia
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Moondyne by John Boyle O'Reilly is a captivating tale set in the 19th century, following the journey of a convict named Joe who seeks freedom after being transported to Western Australia. The narrative entwines themes of love, justice, and redemption as Joe navigates the harsh realities of colonial life, driven by a quest to change his fate in a land of new beginnings. The novel paints a vivid picture of the Australian landscape and explores the complexities of human resilience and hope.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you're captivated by tales of adventure and rebellion in the backdrop of Australia's convict era. With its themes of freedom and justice, it offers a gripping exploration of humanity's resilience and thirst for liberty amidst challenges. Lovers of historical fiction and character-driven narratives are sure to find it compelling.

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Moondyne

Originally serialised in The Pilot as Moondyne Joe in 1878, and subsequently reprinted in book form, this is the story of a convict called Moondyne, a name given him by Indigenous Australians who help him escape and also share the existence of vast amounts of gold with him.

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Series: Classic Australian Works

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781920897031

Publisher: Sydney University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 December 2003

Country: Australia

Imprint: Sydney University Press

Illustration: 2 b&w ill.

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 148.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 274

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