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Australia & Oceania - In Tasmania

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Book Synopsis: The settlement of Tasmania by Europeans began two hundred years ago. Nicholas Shakespeare first went there, having heard of the island’s exceptional beauty, because it was famously remote. He soon decided that this was where he wanted to live. Only later did he discover a cache of letters written by an ancestor as corrupt as he was colorful: Anthony Fenn Kemp, the so-called Father of Tasmania. On his mother’s side, too, Shakespeare found he had unknown Tasmanian relations; a pair of spinsters who had never left their farm except once, in 1947, to buy shoes. Their journal recounted a saga beginning in Northern England in the 1890s with a dashing but profligate ancestor who, having played tennis with the Kaiser, ended his life in disgrace in the Tasmanian bush. In this fascinating history of two turbulent centuries in an apparently idyllic place, Shakespeare effortlessly weaves the history of the island with his multiple stories, a cast of unlikely characters from Errol Flynn to the King of Iceland, a village full of Chatwins, and, inevitably, a family of Shakespeares.

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If you're looking for a captivating journey through time and a hidden gem of history, look no further than "In Tasmania". This remarkable book by Nicholas Shakespeare is a gripping account of the settlement and evolution of Tasmania, a land that radiates exceptional beauty, charm, and a sense of mysterious remoteness that will captivate your imagination.

But what sets this book apart is not just its breathtaking descriptions of Tasmania's landscapes; it's the intertwining stories of the colorful characters who shaped its history. Prepare to be enthralled by the incredible tale of Anthony Fenn Kemp, Tasmania's infamous Father, whose letters reveal a life of corruption and adventure. You'll also discover the remarkable saga of two Tasmanian spinsters, who remained secluded on their farm for decades, and once ventured out only to buy shoes.

Nicholas Shakespeare seamlessly weaves together these stories with the broader history of Tasmania, transporting you to a time when scandalous encounters with royalty and encounters with wilderness were the norm. From the grandeur of Errol Flynn to the eccentricities of the King of Iceland, you'll meet a cast of characters unlike any other.

Join Shakespeare as he uncovers his own family's connection to this captivating island, adding a personal touch that brings the history of Tasmania to life like never before. Experience the trials and triumphs, the beauty and turbulence, and be transported on a literary adventure that will leave you yearning for more.

Are you ready to delve into Tasmania's captivating secrets? Immerse yourself in "In Tasmania" today and unlock the extraordinary tales of this enchanting land. Get your copy now!

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