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Book Synopsis: NATIONAL BESTSELLER • This incredible true history of the colonization of Australia explores how the convict transportation system created the country we know today. “One of the greatest non-fiction books I’ve ever read ... Hughes brings us an entire world.” —Los Angeles Times
Digging deep into the dark history of England's infamous efforts to move 160,000 men and women thousands of miles to the other side of the world in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, Hughes has crafted a groundbreaking, definitive account of the settling of Australia. Tracing the European presence in Australia from early explorations through the rise and fall of the penal colonies, and featuring 16 pages of illustrations and 3 maps, The Fatal Shore brings to life the history of the country we thought we knew.
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Immerse yourself in an epic journey of Australia's founding with The Fatal Shore: The Epic of Australia's Founding. This national bestseller takes you on a captivating exploration of how the convict transportation system shaped the nation we know today. Uncover the hidden secrets, untold stories, and the incredible adversities faced by 160,000 men and women as they were forcibly transported across thousands of miles in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
Uncompromising and meticulously researched, The Fatal Shore is not just another history book. It is a masterpiece that has captivated readers around the world. Don't take our word for it - the Los Angeles Times hailed it as "one of the greatest non-fiction books ever read." With every turn of the page, Hughes masterfully reveals an entire world that was shaped by the audacious colonization of Australia.
Prepare to be spellbound as Hughes delves into the depths of England's dark history, exposing the tumultuous journey of early explorations, the rise, and fall of the penal colonies. Accompanied by 16 pages of stunning illustrations and three meticulously crafted maps, The Fatal Shore brings the history of Australia vividly to life. It peels back the layers of what we thought we knew about the country, inviting you to uncover a whole new perspective on its rich past.
Don't miss your chance to delve into the extraordinary tale that shaped a nation. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply love a gripping story, The Fatal Shore: The Epic of Australia's Founding is a must-read. Click here to embark on this fascinating journey today.
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