Beneath the Southern Cross

Dive into the captivating world of 'Beneath the Southern Cross', a compelling novel that chronicles the rich history of Sydney and the individuals who shaped its vibrant skyline and heart. Set against the backdrop of 1788, this historical fiction tells the story of Thomas Kendall, a young man transported for burglary who finds himself in the lawless lands of Sydney Town. As he builds a dynasty that spans over two centuries, the narrative unfolds a tale of ambition, family ties, and the forces of greed and prejudice that threaten to tear them apart.

Experience the gripping saga of Kendall's descendants, who navigate the trials of a fledgling nation, facing wars and social revolutions that highlight the struggles and triumphs of the Australian identity. With masterful prose, author Judy Nunn intricately weaves history and fiction, bringing to life the characters and events that have defined both the city of Sydney and Australia as a whole.

Perfect for lovers of Australian historical fiction, 'Beneath the Southern Cross' is more than just a family chronicle; it's a vivid exploration of the human spirit amidst the challenges of time. Ideal for book clubs and history enthusiasts alike, this enthralling tale invites readers to reflect on the past while contemplating the future. Plus, with FREE shipping on this stunning B-format paperback edition, your journey through Australian history is just a click away!

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761041242
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 560


Description:
A riveting novel that tells the story of Sydney and the people who shaped its character, its skyline and its heart.

In 1788, Thomas Kendall, a naive nineteen-year-old sentenced to transportation for burglary, finds himself bound for Sydney Town and a new life in the wild and lawless land beneath the Southern Cross.

Thomas fathers a dynasty that will last more than two hundred years. His descendants play their part in the forging of a nation, but greed and prejudice see an irreparable rift in the family which will echo through the generations.

It is only at the dawn of the new Millennium - as an old journal lays bare a terrible secret - that the family can finally reclaim its honour...

Beneath the Southern Cross is as much a story of a city as it is a family chronicle. Bringing history to life, Judy Nunn traces the fortunes of Kendall's descendants through good times and bad, wars and social revolutions to the present day, vividly drawing the events, characters and issues that have made the city of Sydney and the nation of Australia what they are today.

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