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The Gilpins and their Fortunes: A Story of Early Days in Australia

By William Henry Giles Kingston

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Driven by dreams of prosperity, two brothers travel to a distant land, where they face unforeseen challenges while striving to establish a new life amidst dishonest individuals and the perils of the Australian outback.

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2007-05-15
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Summary

"The Gilpins and their Fortunes: A Story of Early Days in Australia" by William H. G. Kingston is a late 19th-century historical adventure that plunges readers into the lives of the Gilpin brothers, Arthur and James, as they journey from England to the alluring lands of Australia. They make this trip in search of new opportunities, facing incredible obstacles in the untamed wilderness. Soon after arriving in Sydney, the brothers bravely rescue a family from a potentially fatal accident, which leads them to a friendship with a rich landowner, Mr. Prentiss, who significantly influences their lives. Appointed as managers of a sheep and cattle station, the brothers confront dishonesty and laziness while trying to set things right. Honesty and dedication become the cornerstone of their existence as they journey through the highs and lows that this early Australian landscape throws at them.

About the Author

William Henry Giles Kingston, often credited as W. H. G. Kingston, was an English writer of boys' adventure novels.

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