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Arctic & Antarctica - A Commonwealth of Thieves: The Improbable Birth of Australia

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Book Synopsis: In this spirited history of the remarkable first four years of the convict settlement of Australia, Thomas Keneally offers us a human view of a fascinating piece of history. Combining the authority of a renowned historian with a brilliant narrative flair, Keneally gives us an inside view of this unprecedented experiment from the perspective of the new colony’s governor, Arthur Phillips. Using personal journals and documents, Keneally re-creates the hellish overseas voyage and the challenges Phillips faced upon arrival: unruly convicts, disgruntled officers, bewildered and hostile natives, food shortages, and disease. He also offers captivating portrayals of Aborigines and of convict settlers who were determined to begin their lives anew. A Commonwealth of Thieves immerses us in the fledgling penal colony and conjures up the thrills and hardships of those first four improbable years.

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Discover the untold story of Australia's birth with A Commonwealth of Thieves: The Improbable Birth of Australia. Renowned historian Thomas Keneally takes you on a captivating journey through the first four years of the fascinating convict settlement. Through personal journals and documents, Keneally brings to life the challenges faced by Governor Arthur Phillips upon arrival - from unruly convicts to hostile natives, food shortages, and disease.

With Keneally's unparalleled authority as a historian and his brilliant narrative flair, you'll be transported back in time to experience the harsh realities and extraordinary triumphs of the fledgling colony. Immerse yourself in the thrilling tale of convicts determined to start afresh and the untamed wilderness that shaped their destinies.

A Commonwealth of Thieves goes beyond the textbooks, offering a human perspective on this unique piece of history. You'll gain a deeper understanding of the struggles faced by both the convicts and the indigenous people, their resilience, and their determination to forge a new future. It's a story that will leave you spellbound and filled with admiration for the tenacity of the early settlers.

Don't miss this incredible journey through time. Experience the vivid and meticulously researched account of Australia's improbable birth. Get your copy of A Commonwealth of Thieves today and unlock the secrets of this captivating chapter in history. Click here to claim your piece of history now.

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