Rolf Boldrewood

Old Melbourne Memories

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Old Melbourne memories presents a retrospective account of colonial life as settlers moved from one port city to another in pursuit of stability and opportunity. The text captures recollections of an early migration to a developing settlement, emphasizing the struggles and ambitions that defined the period. The narrative begins by illustrating the physical and emotional dimensions of relocation, where daily routines were shaped by uncertainty and promise. Detailed attention is given to the conditions and spirit of those committed to transforming an unformed settlement into a thriving community. Reflections on the emerging cityscape suggest the contrast between raw potential and societal constraints, offering insight into the evolution of civic identity. Descriptions of early domestic life, infrastructure, and interpersonal relations convey how settlers negotiated their space within the colony. Through a nostalgic lens, the author situates personal experience within a broader historical moment, framing the memory of hardship as a foundation for later prosperity. The result is a layered portrayal of early colonial development, viewed through the eyes of someone who witnessed its earliest formations.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 168
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juni 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 220g
• ISBN-13: 9789371463553
• ISBN-10: 9371463554
• Artikelnr.: 75416562

Autorenporträt

Thomas Alexander Browne, known by his pen name Rolf Boldrewood, was an Australian author born on August 6, 1826, in London, United Kingdom, to Sylvester John Brown and Elizabeth Angell Alexander. Browne emigrated to Australia and became one of the country's prominent writers, particularly recognized for his works set in the Australian outback. His most famous work, Robbery Under Arms, a bushranging novel published in 1882, solidified his place in Australian literary history. He wrote under the pseudonym Rolf Boldrewood to create a distinct authorial identity. Browne's works often explored the harsh realities and the rugged life of early Australian settlers, reflecting the challenges, tensions, and moral complexities of the period. He also gained attention for his insightful depiction of colonial life and his contribution to the popularization of bush literature. Browne had a daughter, Rose Boldrewood, and a sister named Emma Brown. He passed away on March 11, 1915, in Melbourne, Australia, at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy that contributed greatly to the understanding of Australia's colonial history through literature.