Tarragal Or Bush Life In Australia (1897)

By E T Hooley

Book Overview

Tarragal or Bush Life in Australia is a book written by E.T. Hooley and first published in 1897. The book is a fictional account of life in the Australian bush during the late 19th century. The story follows the life of a young man named Jack Tarragal, who leaves his comfortable life in the city to seek adventure and fortune in the rugged Australian outback. Through Tarragal's eyes, the reader is introduced to the harsh realities of life in the bush, including the challenges of farming, the dangers of bushfires, and the constant threat of wild animals. Along the way, Tarragal encounters a cast of colorful characters, including bushmen, drovers, and Aboriginal people, who help him navigate the unfamiliar terrain and learn the ways of the land.Despite the many challenges he faces, Tarragal ultimately finds a sense of belonging in the bush and comes to appreciate the simple pleasures of a life lived close to nature. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of Australian history, capturing the spirit of adventure and resilience that defined the early pioneers of the country.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: 054878583X
• ISBN13: 9780548785836
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"