Bunyip Land
A Story of Adventure in New GuineaBy George Manville Fenn
Length11h 26m
About this audiobook
In "Bunyip Land," George Manville Fenn transports readers to the wilds of Australia, creating an engaging tale that skillfully intertwines adventure, local lore, and rich descriptions of the natural landscape. The narrative follows young David, a spirited protagonist navigating the mysteries of the bush, particularly the legendary Bunyip, a creature borne of indigenous mythology. Through Fenn's vivid prose and his utilization of detailed illustrations, the book embraces a unique literary style that merges realism with the fantastical, reflecting the Victorian fascination with exploration and the exotic, as well as a burgeoning interest in Australian culture. George Manville Fenn, born in England in 1831, was a prolific author, journalist, and illustrator whose works primarily targeted young readers. His experiences travelling and observing diverse cultures undoubtedly shaped his storytelling. Fenn's own lifelong curiosity about nature and indigenous traditions fueled his desire to create stories that not only entertain but also educate, encapsulating the essence of the places he wrote about. "Bunyip Land" is highly recommended for readers seeking an adventurous escape into Australia's enchanting wilderness. Perfect for those interested in historical fiction, folklore, and the intersection of cultures, this work captures the imagination while encouraging readers to explore the depths of their own curiosity.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length11 hrs 26 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
24How high the Water came.
2George Manville Fenn
25We await our Fate.
3How I made my Plans and they were Endorsed.
26How the Doctor took me in Hand.
4How we prepared to start, and started.
27How I was disposed to find Fault with my best Friend.
5How I made my first Charge with a Lance.
28How I got into serious Difficulties.
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6How I was not drowned, and how we chased that Schooner.
29How I found that I had a Fellow-Prisoner.
7How we found Jack Penny.
30How I had a Visitor in the Night.
8How Jimmy was frightened by the Bunyip.
31How I heard English spoken here.
9How we stopped the Blackbird Catchers.
32How I talked with my new Friend.
10How I ran from the Whitebird Catchers.
33How we made further Plans.
11How I was not made into Pie.
34How we heard a Black Discussion and did not understand.
12How we saw Strange Things.
35How I nearly made a terrible Mistake.
13How Jack Penny was not satisfied with himself.
36How Jimmy and I were hunted like Beasts.
14How Watch was kept by Night.
37How Jack Penny fired a straight Shot.
15How Jack Penny put his Foot in a Trap.
38How the Doctor found a Patient ready to his hand.
16How a strange Visitor came to Camp.
39How we passed through a great Peril.
17How Jack Penny was persecuted by Pigs.
40How the Doctor said “Thank You” in a very quiet Way.
18How Jimmy was taken very bad indeed.
41How we took a last look round, and found it was time to go.
19How the Doctor gave Jimmy his Physics.
42How Jimmy cried “Cooee!” and why he called.
20How I nearly had an Arrow to drink.
43How Jimmy heard the Bunyip speak, and it all proved to be “Big ’Tuff.”
21How we were besieged, and I thought of Birnam Wood.
44How I must wind up the Story.
22How Jimmy turned up a Trump.
45The End.
23How we retreated and were caught in a Tropic Storm.
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