The Fatal Shore: The Epic of Australia's Founding

by Robert Hughes

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Overview

The history of the birth of Australia which came out of the suffering and brutality of England's infamous convict transportation system. With 16 pages of illustrations and 3 maps.

One of the greatest non-fiction books I've ever read . . . Hughes brings us an entire world. --Los Angeles Times

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Book details & editions

ISBN	0394753666
Publisher	Vintage Books
Publication date	December 1986
Language	English
Pages	688 pages

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About the Author

Robert Hughes

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.