"In the Far North" by Louis Becke is a gripping historical novel that transports readers to the unforgiving landscapes of North Queensland, Australia, in the early 20th century, showing the endurance of cattle drovers in the face of a relentless drought. The story primarily follows Jack Harrington, a once-prosperous owner of Tinandra Downs cattle station, as he confronts the devastating consequences of the drought. Amidst financial struggles and emotional burdens, Nellie Alleyne, a compassionate young governess, appears as a beacon of hope, offering solace and unwavering support to Harrington, who questions his faith and fate. The narrative weaves a dramatic tale of hardship, survival, and the profound impact of human connection, illustrating how love and kindness can bring renewal to the most barren of circumstances, climaxing to a twist of fate for Harrington.
In the Far North 1901
By Louis Becke
In drought-stricken Australia, a cattle station owner's fortunes crumble, until a generous governess reignites his hope and leads him toward an unexpected redemption.
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About the AuthorGeorge Lewis Becke was at the turn of the nineteenth century, the most prolific, significant, and internationally renowned Australian-born writer of the South Pacific region. Having lived and worked among Pacific Islands and Islanders as a trader, ship's supercargo, and villager for some two decades, learning languages and observing natural and cultural life, Becke was prompted by J F Archibald of The Bulletin to write down his experiences, eventually becoming a popular and respected author of short stories, novellas, novels, as well as historic and ethnographic works.
George Lewis Becke was at the turn of the nineteenth century, the most prolific, significant, and internationally renowned Australian-born writer of the South Pacific region. Having lived and worked among Pacific Islands and Islanders as a trader, ship's supercargo, and villager for some two decades, learning languages and observing natural and cultural life, Becke was prompted by J F Archibald of The Bulletin to write down his experiences, eventually becoming a popular and respected author of short stories, novellas, novels, as well as historic and ethnographic works.
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