Physical description

d288p. ; dark olive green cover

Publication type

fiction

Inscriptions & markings

Sticker on front cover 'Mullen's Library 29&31 Collins Street East Melbourne'

Summary

A literary work that explores the complexities of life in Australia during the 19th century. The novel is set in the rural areas of Queensland, Australia, and follows the lives of two families: the Forsters and the Chaldecotts. The Forsters are a wealthy family who own and operate a large cattle station, while the Chaldecotts are a struggling family who work as labourers on the Forster's station.The novel delves into the themes of class, race, and gender, as well as the challenges and struggles faced by those living in rural Australia.