Missing Friends Being the Adventures of a Danish Emigrant in Queensland (1871-1880)

"Missing Friends" by Thorvald Peter Ludwig Weitemeyer, recounts the tale of a young Danish man escaping a stifling home in Copenhagen for the promise of adventure and independence in Queensland, Australia. Leaving behind a strict father and a life of limitations, the protagonist embarks on a transformative journey across the sea, experiencing hardship and unexpected friendship aboard an immigrant ship bound for a new world. The story captures the essence of immigrant life in the late 19th century, highlighting the struggles, camaraderie, and unwavering hope that shaped the lives of those seeking a fresh start in a distant land.