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The Fatal Shore

The epic of Australia's founding
Summary:

The book provides a comprehensive historical account of the colonization of Australia, detailing the brutal transportation of British convicts to the continent and the harsh realities of life in the penal colonies. It explores the social, political, and cultural development of Australia from its origins as a prison island to its emergence as a nation.

Key points:

1. Convict Transportation: The book explores 18th and 19th century British practice of sending criminals and dissidents to Australian penal colonies.

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