Historical information

A fictional account of the New Australia Movement, founded by William Lane in 1892. The group sought a socialist utopia and their chosen site was Paraguay. The pathway for the new community was not smooth, but the colony is still in existence. Some people formed colonies elsewhere and others returned to either Britain or Australia.

Significance

Relevant to the history and development of left-wing politics and socialism in Australia.

Physical description

Paper; book.

Front cover: white and yellow text on red background; dominant image is of the settlers amongst flowers with a hut and palm trees in the background.

Inscriptions & markings

Front cover: author's name and title.