Description
Discover the gripping unabridged audio book, 'The Last Convict', a tale of survival, resilience, and hope. Perfect for fans of historical fiction and compelling narratives, this audio experience is presented on CD, making it a convenient choice for listeners on the go. Set in Oxford in 1863, this powerful story follows young Samuel Speed, whose desperate act to find shelter leads him to a seven-year sentence in the Fremantle Penal Colony in Western Australia. Immerse yourself in a world of hardship, friendship, and the transformative power of literature as Samuel's journey unfolds. This brand new audio book is published by Bolinda/Penguin Audio Australia and is sure to captivate listeners who enjoy rich storytelling and character development. The soulful narration brings Samuel's struggles and triumphs to life, making it an unforgettable listen. The standard CD format allows you to enjoy the enchanting saga anywhere, whether during your commute, at home, or while traveling. Plus, enjoy FREE shipping from our Auckland warehouse, with no unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes! Please allow 15 days for shipping. With ISBN 9780655671763, this audio book is a fantastic addition to your collection or a special gift for history enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this gripping tale of resilience and hope!
Please note this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON A CD. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780655671763
Format: CD standard audio format
Year: 2021
Publisher: Bolinda/Penguin Audio Australia
Description:
â€It’s a good story, Samuel. You’re a piece of living history.’
Oxford 1863: Young Samuel Speed sets a barley stack alight in the hope it will earn him a bed in prison for the night. He wants nothing more than a morsel of food in his belly and a warm place to sleep off the streets. What he receives is a sentence of seven years’ servitude, to be served half a world away in the penal colony of Fremantle, Western Australia.
When Samuel boards the transport ship Belgravia, he is stripped of his clothing and even his name, and given regulations of when to rise, eat, clean and sleep. On arrival at Fremantle Prison, hard labour is added to the mix and he wonders if life can get any worse. The only solace he finds is a love of reading, which allows the likes of Tom Sawyer and Oliver Twist to become his lifelong friends.
Samuel is granted a ticket of leave in 1867 and full freedom in 1871, but what sort of life can a man forge for himself in the colony, with no skills, no money and no family? Will it be the beginning of the life he has always dreamed of, or do some sentences truly never end?
Please note this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON A CD. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780655671763
Format: CD standard audio format
Year: 2021
Publisher: Bolinda/Penguin Audio Australia
Description:
â€It’s a good story, Samuel. You’re a piece of living history.’
Oxford 1863: Young Samuel Speed sets a barley stack alight in the hope it will earn him a bed in prison for the night. He wants nothing more than a morsel of food in his belly and a warm place to sleep off the streets. What he receives is a sentence of seven years’ servitude, to be served half a world away in the penal colony of Fremantle, Western Australia.
When Samuel boards the transport ship Belgravia, he is stripped of his clothing and even his name, and given regulations of when to rise, eat, clean and sleep. On arrival at Fremantle Prison, hard labour is added to the mix and he wonders if life can get any worse. The only solace he finds is a love of reading, which allows the likes of Tom Sawyer and Oliver Twist to become his lifelong friends.
Samuel is granted a ticket of leave in 1867 and full freedom in 1871, but what sort of life can a man forge for himself in the colony, with no skills, no money and no family? Will it be the beginning of the life he has always dreamed of, or do some sentences truly never end?