Marcus Andrew Hislop Clarke Bücher

Im Jahr 1834 wird die Strafkolonie Vandiemensland, die "natürliche Besserungsanstalt" Seiner Britischen Majestät, zum Schauplatz eines aufsehenerregenden Geschehens. Zehn Gefangene bemächtigen sich in einem tollkühnen Handstreich der Brigg Osprey und suchen mit ihr das Weite, nachdem sie Mrs. Vickers, die Frau des Kommandanten von Macquarie Harbour, ihre zwölfjährige Tochter Sylvia und die beiden Schiffsoffiziere an der unbewohnten Küste ausgesetzt haben. Die schwerktanke Frau stirbt; in Sylvia, die tagelang in tiefer Bewußtlosigkeit liegt, ist jede Erinnerung an gute und böse Erlebnisse ausgelöscht. Wie der entflohene Sträfling Rufus Dawes zu der kleinen Gemeinschaft stieß, welche Rolle er spielte und wer den Bau des rettenden Bootes bewerkstelligte, das zu erklären, bleibt Leutnant Frere vorbehalten, den alle Welt als den heldenmütigen Retter der kleinen Sylvia feiert.

Set in the brutal penal colony of Tasmania, this historical fiction explores the grim realities of convict life. Through vivid prose, it reveals the injustices faced by prisoners and their struggle for survival amid harsh conditions. The narrative intricately weaves themes of redemption and resilience, highlighting systemic injustices while immersing readers in a gripping escape story. Clarke's meticulous attention to detail and portrayal of hope against despair make this work a powerful social commentary and a lasting classic in Australian literature.

Set in the brutal penal colony of Tasmania, this historical fiction explores the grim realities of convict life and the injustices within the prison system. Through vivid prose, the narrative highlights themes of survival and redemption against a backdrop of despair. Clarke's meticulous detail immerses readers in a gripping escape narrative, accentuating the flickering hope amidst confinement. This work serves as a powerful social commentary on the systemic injustices faced by convicts, showcasing human resilience and solidifying its status as a classic in Australian literature.

Set in the brutal penal colony of Tasmania, this work explores the harsh realities of convict life and the systemic injustices faced by its inhabitants. Through vivid prose, it portrays a gripping narrative of survival and redemption amidst despair. Clarke's meticulous attention to detail immerses readers in a world where hope flickers dimly against the backdrop of rugged landscapes. This historical fiction serves as a powerful social commentary, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, solidifying its status as a classic in Australian literature.

Set in the harsh penal colony of Tasmania, this work explores the brutal realities of convict life in colonial Australia. Through vivid prose, it reveals the injustices faced by prisoners, highlighting themes of survival and redemption amidst despair. Clarke’s meticulous attention to detail creates a gripping narrative that immerses readers in a world where hope struggles against confinement's darkness. This powerful social commentary not only showcases human resilience but also solidifies its status as a classic in Australian literature.

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