Echoes From Coondambo (1893) - Robert Bruce - Bog

Echoes From Coondambo is a novel written by Robert Bruce and published in 1893. The story is set in Australia during the late 19th century and follows the lives of a group of settlers who have established a community in the remote Coondambo region. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and survival as the settlers face the challenges of living in a harsh and unforgiving environment.The main character of the novel is John Grey, a young man who has recently arrived in Coondambo. John falls in love with Mary, the daughter of one of the settlers, but their relationship is threatened by the arrival of a wealthy landowner who also has his eye on Mary. As the settlers struggle to make a living in Coondambo, they are forced to confront a series of challenges, including drought, bushfires, and conflicts with local Aboriginal people.Echoes From Coondambo is a vivid portrayal of life in rural Australia during the late 19th century. The novel is notable for its realistic depiction of the hardships faced by early settlers, as well as its sympathetic portrayal of Aboriginal people. The book is considered a classic of Australian literature and is still widely read and studied today.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.