Blacks and Bushrangers: Adventures in Queensland

About this book

In the late 19th century, Queensland was a land of untamed wilderness and burgeoning conflict, where bushrangers roamed and Indigenous peoples navigated the encroachment of settlers. "Blacks and Bushrangers: Adventures in Queensland" by E. B. Kennedy captures this tumultuous era through the eyes of Mat Stanley, a spirited young gipsy, and his loyal companions, Tim and Jumper. Their thrilling escapades reveal the stark realities of survival and cultural encounters, highlighting the resilience of both the land and its people. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this captivating narrative offers a unique glimpse into the complexities of identity and adventure in a transformative time. Explore the interplay of freedom and lawlessness in this vivid historical account.