The Bushman — Life in a New Country (eBook)

Enriched edition. Frontier Tales: The Challenges and Triumphs of a Bushman in a New Land

Edward Wilson Landor (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
691 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766458840-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Bushman '— Life in a New Country," Edward Wilson Landor immerses readers in the rugged landscape and complex social fabric of early Australian colonial life. The narrative is characterized by vivid, lyrical prose that vividly depicts the challenges and triumphs of the bushmen'—frontier settlers grappling with the austere wilderness as well as the indigenous populations. Landor's keen observations and anthropological insights stylize the book as a significant piece in understanding the dynamics of colonial interactions and the broader concept of place and identity in a newly settled land. Edward Wilson Landor, a British-born author, explorer, and historian, brought his formative experiences in the diverse landscapes of Australia to bear upon his writing. Landor's rich background in botany, accompanied by a deep appreciation for the Australian flora and fauna, inspired his quest to document the lives of bushmen. His firsthand experiences capturing the essence of frontier life provide an informed perspective on the social, economic, and environmental aspects of this transformative period in Australian history. "The Bushman" is a compelling read for those interested in colonial literature, anthropology, and Australian history. Its detailed portrayal of life in the bush not only serves as an engaging narrative but also as a critical analysis that encourages readers to reflect on the legacies of settlement and cultural encounters.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 29.11.2019
• Einführung: Quentin Sharp
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Quentin Sharp
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Schlagworte: 19th century exploration • adaptation challenges • Australian Literature • bushland characters • bushman experience • colonial encounters • Colonial fiction • cultural resilience • Description and travel • descriptive prose • ethnographic storytelling • exploration narrative • frontier life • History of Oceania • Indigenous perspectives • landscape imagery • outback experiences • pioneering tales • settler stories • south seas • travel memoirs • Western Australia • wilderness adventure