Fern Vale; or, the Queensland Squatter. Volume 1: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Fern Vale; or, the Queensland Squatter. Volume 1 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Munro, Colin.
Catalogue synopsis
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"Fern Vale; or, the Queensland Squatter. Volume 1" by Colin Munro is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story centers around the lives of settlers in Queensland, Australia, exploring themes of colonial life, land acquisition, and societal perceptions of the time. The narrative features characters like William Ferguson and his sister Kate, who face the challenges and adventures of establishing a new life in the Australian bush. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the Ferguson family and their aspirations in Queensland. As William prepares to leave for a journey to secure land for their family, he shares an emotional farewell with his sister, who expresses concern about the dangers of potential conflicts with the Indigenous population. The narrative then shifts to the broader context of regional prejudice against Australian colonists, setting the stage for themes of societal misunderstanding and the realities of frontier life. The tone is set for an exploration of colonization, familial bonds, and the evolving identities of settlers in an unfamiliar land.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Fern Vale; or, the Queensland Squatter. Volume 1
- Author credits: Munro, Colin
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Queensland -- Fiction
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- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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