English Passengers by Matthew Kneale
Set in the 19th century, this novel follows a group of Englishmen who, driven by different motivations, set off on a voyage to Tasmania. The group includes a vicar who believes Tasmania is the site of the Garden of Eden, and a doctor who is interested in studying the 'inferior' races. When they arrive, they encounter the harsh realities of British colonial rule and the near-extinction of the native population. The story is told from multiple perspectives, including that of a Tasmanian man, which provides a broad view of the cultural and social complexities of the era.
The 11450th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2000
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 446
- Words
- 143,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- Costa Book Award - Best Novel (Costa Coffee)