The Secret River by Kate Grenville
"The Secret River" is a historical novel that explores the life of William Thornhill, a convict from London who is deported to Australia in the early 19th century. After serving his sentence, Thornhill stakes a claim on a stretch of land along the Hawkesbury River, where he and his family attempt to establish a new life. However, their presence leads to tension and brutal conflict with the Aboriginal people who have lived on the land for generations. The novel delves into themes of colonization, survival, and the moral complexities of claiming ownership in a new world, providing a poignant look at the personal and cultural consequences of European settlement in Australia.
The 3058th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2005
- Nationality
- Australian
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 334
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- 7th on 30 Best Australian books of the 21st century (Readings)
- 20th on Australia’s Radio National top 100 books of the 21st century (ABC Radio national)
- 70 Classic Booker Prize-Nominated Novels, Recommended by our Readers (Booker Prize Library Readers)
- Best Australian Books of the 21st century (The Conversation) (The Conversation)
- The Big Jubilee Read (BBC)