Fords and Flying Machines: The Diary of Jack McLaren, Longreach, 1919-1921
작성자
Patricia Bernard
아직 평점이 없습니다
형식
페이퍼백
페이지
263
언어
영어
출판됨
Jan 1, 2003
출판사
Scholastic Australia
ISBN-10
1865045624
ISBN-13
9781865045627
설명
In the heart of Australia's outback, Jack McLaren's diary unveils a vivid tapestry of life in Longreach during the years following World War I. As a young man navigating a rapidly changing world, Jack's entries reflect on the challenges of daily life, from the trials of ranching to the excitement stirred by the advent of aviation.
Through his words, the spirit of resilience shines through, as he chronicles interactions with neighbors, engages with the landscape, and contemplates his future amid the evolving opportunities of the early 20th century. Each passage reveals his personal growth, intertwined with the community's pulse and the thrill of flying machines making their mark in the sky.
Patricia Bernard brings Jack's experiences to life, allowing readers to journey through a pivotal time in history. This diary serves not only as a reflection of one man's experiences but also captures the spirit of innovation and the enduring human connection to the land and each other.
Through his words, the spirit of resilience shines through, as he chronicles interactions with neighbors, engages with the landscape, and contemplates his future amid the evolving opportunities of the early 20th century. Each passage reveals his personal growth, intertwined with the community's pulse and the thrill of flying machines making their mark in the sky.
Patricia Bernard brings Jack's experiences to life, allowing readers to journey through a pivotal time in history. This diary serves not only as a reflection of one man's experiences but also captures the spirit of innovation and the enduring human connection to the land and each other.