We Of The Never-Never
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Faded spine, otherwise fine
A beloved classic of Australian literature, We of the Never-Never chronicles the true story of a young woman's remarkable journey to the remote Northern Territory at the turn of the twentieth century, where she becomes the first white woman to live on the vast Elsey cattle station. Written with warmth, wit, and an unflinching honesty, the narrative details the rugged beauty of the outback and the richly drawn cast of stockmen, Indigenous Australians, and frontier characters who populate this untamed world. The author presents her experiences with a tone that is both tender and humorous, capturing the deep bonds forged in isolation and the profound respect she develops for the land and its people. A pioneering work of Australian memoir, it stands as an enduring testament to the spirit of the bush and remains essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the heart of the Australian frontier experience.
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Description
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Faded spine, otherwise fine
A beloved classic of Australian literature, We of the Never-Never chronicles the true story of a young woman's remarkable journey to the remote Northern Territory at the turn of the twentieth century, where she becomes the first white woman to live on the vast Elsey cattle station. Written with warmth, wit, and an unflinching honesty, the narrative details the rugged beauty of the outback and the richly drawn cast of stockmen, Indigenous Australians, and frontier characters who populate this untamed world. The author presents her experiences with a tone that is both tender and humorous, capturing the deep bonds forged in isolation and the profound respect she develops for the land and its people. A pioneering work of Australian memoir, it stands as an enduring testament to the spirit of the bush and remains essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the heart of the Australian frontier experience.
