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Rolf Boldrewood

    Die Buschreiter
    Robbery under Arms
    The Squatter's Dream
    Robbery Under Arms
    • Robbery Under Arms

      • 468 stránok
      • 17 hodin čítania

      Set against the backdrop of colonial Australia, the story unfolds through the eyes of Dick Marston, a bushranger facing execution. As he reflects on his life of crime, he recounts thrilling escapades alongside Captain Starlight, an English nobleman turned outlaw. The narrative captures the tension between outlaws and settlers in a land marked by conflict and dispossession of Aboriginal peoples. Boldrewood's vivid portrayal of this era and its characters offers a gripping adventure that has resonated through adaptations in film and theater.

      Robbery Under Arms
      5,0
    • The Squatter's Dream

      • 284 stránok
      • 10 hodin čítania

      Set against the backdrop of colonial Australia, the novel follows Jack Redgrave, a squatter who enjoys a comfortable life filled with nature and books. However, his contentment begins to wane as he dreams of greater wealth, overshadowing the simple joys that originally attracted him to this lifestyle. Through Jack's journey, the narrative explores themes of ambition, contentment, and the complexities of life on land taken from Aboriginal peoples. This classic work, rich in historical context, offers a vivid portrayal of the era and its characters.

      The Squatter's Dream
    • Robbery under Arms

      in large print

      • 732 stránok
      • 26 hodin čítania

      This book is a reproduction of a historical work, presented in large print to enhance accessibility for readers with impaired vision. The publishing house Megali focuses on making these important texts available to a wider audience, ensuring that significant literary and historical content can be enjoyed by those who may struggle with standard print sizes.

      Robbery under Arms