Length17h 52m
About this audiobook
In "Landtakers: The Story of an Epoch," Brian Penton masterfully captures the socio-economic and cultural challenges faced by early 20th-century Australia through the lens of land and identity. His narrative style weaves together sharp realism with poignant character studies, inviting readers to explore the complexities of land ownership, colonialism, and community dynamics. The book serves as both a historical exposition and a compelling novel, reflecting the struggles of individuals seeking to carve out a place in a rapidly evolving society that is grappling with the weight of its colonial past. Brian Penton, an integral voice in Australian literature, was deeply influenced by his experiences in the rural landscapes of Australia. His background as a journalist and a keen observer of social issues provided him with the tools to critique and illuminate the myriad facets of his homeland's history. This novel is steeped in personal and national reflection, articulating the tensions of an epoch marked by aspiration and disillusionment. Penton's literary prowess positions him as a critical commentator on the Australian experience during a time of profound change. "Landtakers: The Story of an Epoch" is highly recommended for readers interested in Australian history, cultural identity, and literature that challenges societal norms. Penton's insightful depiction of land and belonging will resonate with anyone eager to understand the complexities of the human condition within a specific historical framework.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (147)
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GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length17 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26Chapter Twenty-five
2Chapter One
27Chapter Twenty-six
3Chapter Two
28Chapter Twenty-seven
4Chapter Three
29Chapter Twenty-eight
5Chapter Four
30Chapter Twenty-nine
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6Chapter Five
31Chapter Thirty
7Chapter Six
32Chapter Thirty-one
8Chapter Seven
33Chapter Thirty-two
9Chapter Eight
34Chapter Thirty-three
10Chapter Nine
35Chapter Thirty-four
11Chapter Ten
36Chapter Thirty-five
12Chapter Eleven
37Chapter Thirty-six
13Chapter Twelve
38Chapter Thirty-seven
14Chapter Thirteen
39Chapter Thirty-eight
15Chapter Fourteen
40Chapter Thirty-nine
16Chapter Fifteen
41Chapter Forty
17Chapter Sixteen
42Chapter Forty-one
18Chapter Seventeen
43Chapter Forty-two
19Chapter Eighteen
44Chapter Forty-three
20Chapter Nineteen
45Chapter Forty-four
21Chapter Twenty
46Chapter Forty-five
22Chapter Twenty-one
47Chapter Forty-six
23Chapter Twenty-two
48Chapter Forty-seven
24Chapter Twenty-three
49Chapter Forty-eight
25Chapter Twenty-four
50Chapter Forty-nine
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