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Discover the captivating narrative of 'Heritage', a compelling historical novel that transports you to a pivotal time in Australia’s past. This B-format paperback, published by Penguin Australia Pty Ltd in 2020, spans 608 pages of rich storytelling that explores the stories of refugees from more than seventy nations. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme, one of the 20th century's most remarkable engineering achievements, this book invites readers to witness how these courageous individuals changed the course of a river and, in doing so, transformed their lives forever.
With a gripping plot that intertwines threads of history, struggle, and resilience, 'Heritage' takes you on a journey from war-torn Europe to the mountains of Australia. Experience the determination of people from diverse backgrounds who united to overcome their painful histories and help build a new future. This tribute to the human spirit highlights themes of rebirth, sacrifice, and redemption, making it a must-read for history lovers and fans of emotional storytelling. Perfect for book clubs and personal libraries, this novel not only honors the past but also inspires hope for the future.
Enjoy fast shipping on your order, ensuring your copy of 'Heritage' arrives at your doorstep swiftly. Dive into this extraordinary tale and celebrate the strength of human resilience today!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761041273
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 608
Description:
They came to change the course of a river. And changed the course of their lives . . .
They came to change the course of a river. And changed the course of their lives . . .
In a time when desperate people were seizing with both hands the chance for freedom, refugees from more than seventy nations gathered beneath the Southern Cross to forge a new national identity. They came from all over wartorn Europe to the mountains of Australia to help realise one man's dream- the mighty Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme, one of the greatest engineering feats of the 20th century.
People of all races and creeds tunnelled through a mountain range to turn the course of a majestic river, trying to put to rest ghosts from the inferno of history- buried memories, unimaginable pain and deadly secrets.
From the ruins of Berlin to the birth of Israel, from the Italian Alps to the Australian high country, Heritage is a passionate and fast-paced tale of rebirth, struggle, sacrifice and redemption, and a tribute to those who gave meaning to the Australian spirit.
With a gripping plot that intertwines threads of history, struggle, and resilience, 'Heritage' takes you on a journey from war-torn Europe to the mountains of Australia. Experience the determination of people from diverse backgrounds who united to overcome their painful histories and help build a new future. This tribute to the human spirit highlights themes of rebirth, sacrifice, and redemption, making it a must-read for history lovers and fans of emotional storytelling. Perfect for book clubs and personal libraries, this novel not only honors the past but also inspires hope for the future.
Enjoy fast shipping on your order, ensuring your copy of 'Heritage' arrives at your doorstep swiftly. Dive into this extraordinary tale and celebrate the strength of human resilience today!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761041273
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 608
Description:
They came to change the course of a river. And changed the course of their lives . . .
They came to change the course of a river. And changed the course of their lives . . .
In a time when desperate people were seizing with both hands the chance for freedom, refugees from more than seventy nations gathered beneath the Southern Cross to forge a new national identity. They came from all over wartorn Europe to the mountains of Australia to help realise one man's dream- the mighty Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme, one of the greatest engineering feats of the 20th century.
People of all races and creeds tunnelled through a mountain range to turn the course of a majestic river, trying to put to rest ghosts from the inferno of history- buried memories, unimaginable pain and deadly secrets.
From the ruins of Berlin to the birth of Israel, from the Italian Alps to the Australian high country, Heritage is a passionate and fast-paced tale of rebirth, struggle, sacrifice and redemption, and a tribute to those who gave meaning to the Australian spirit.