Bring Larks and Heroes
“Bring Larks and Heroes” by Thomas Keneally, published by Penguin Books on February 7, 1989, is a work of fiction that explores life in a remote British penal colony during the late 1790s. This edition spans 264 pages and is presented in English. Keneally’s evocative writing provides a vivid portrayal of the sun-parched settlement, highlighting the struggles of hungry transports and the corrupt soldiers who inhabit this harsh environment.
Readers will find themselves immersed in the experiences of Young Corporal Phelim Halloran as he navigates the complexities of his role amidst the demands of his secret bride, his Irish comrades, and his superior officers. The narrative delves into Halloran’s internal conflicts, particularly the moral dilemmas posed by his conscience. Through this lens, the book offers insights into the themes of duty and survival within the context of Australian fiction.
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Set in a remote British penal colony late in the 1790s, Thomas Keneally’s evocative writing gives a searing insight into the sun-parched settlement of hungry transports and corrupt soldiers.
Young Corporal Phelim Halloran is confronted by the harsh reality of his post and the demands made on him – by his secret bride, his Irish comrades, his superior officers and, most often, by his conscience.
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