The Rum Rebellion: The Diary of David Bellamy, Sydney Town, 1807-1809
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格式
平装书
页数
174
语言
英语
已发布
Jan 1, 2001
出版商
Scholastic Australia
ISBN-10
1865043621
ISBN-13
9781865043623
描述
David Bellamy, a timid English orphan, embarks on a challenging new life in Sydney amidst the backdrop of political unrest during the years 1807 to 1809. As he navigates his uncertain existence, David's diary becomes a window into his struggles and triumphs as he tries to find his place in a colony rife with tension and societal upheaval.
Living with relatives he barely knows, David confronts the harsh realities of a new world, all while exploring his identity and grappling with his past. His introspective reflections illuminate the raw emotions of a young boy yearning for belonging, ultimately revealing the profound impact of the Rum Rebellion on the lives of those living in Sydney Town. Through David's eyes, readers experience the formative moments that shape not just his character, but the burgeoning identity of a nation.
Living with relatives he barely knows, David confronts the harsh realities of a new world, all while exploring his identity and grappling with his past. His introspective reflections illuminate the raw emotions of a young boy yearning for belonging, ultimately revealing the profound impact of the Rum Rebellion on the lives of those living in Sydney Town. Through David's eyes, readers experience the formative moments that shape not just his character, but the burgeoning identity of a nation.