By River And By Sea: An Australian Story (1888)

By Tansor Southcote

Book Overview

By River and By Sea: An Australian Story is a historical novel written by Tansor Southcote in 1888. The book is set in Australia during the late 19th century and follows the story of a young man named Jack Thornton, who sets out on a journey to make his fortune in the new world.The novel begins with Jack leaving his home in England and embarking on a long and treacherous journey to Australia. Along the way, he faces many challenges and hardships, including rough seas, dangerous storms, and hostile natives.Once he arrives in Australia, Jack sets out to find work and build a new life for himself. He quickly discovers that life in the new world is not easy, and he must work hard to make a living. Despite the challenges he faces, Jack remains determined to succeed and eventually becomes a successful businessman.Throughout the book, Southcote provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in Australia during the late 19th century. He explores the country's rugged landscapes, diverse cultures, and rich history, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era.By River and By Sea: An Australian Story is a compelling and engaging novel that will appeal to anyone interested in Australian history, adventure, and the human spirit.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104043920
• ISBN13: 9781104043926
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"