Convict Colony: The Remarkable Story of the Fledgling Settlement that Survived Against the Odds by David Hill

Author: David Hill
Published by: Allen & Unwin, 2019
Format: Softcover
Pages: xi, 356 + 16 unnumbered pages of plates
Dimensions: 24 cm
ISBN: 9781760528669
Condition: Near Fine – minimal signs of handling

Summary:
In Convict Colony, bestselling historian David Hill revisits the high-risk beginnings of the British settlement in Australia. Far from inevitable, the success of the colony at Sydney Cove was constantly threatened by starvation, rebellion, potential foreign attacks, and conflict with Aboriginal communities. Hill’s engaging narrative chronicles the first three decades of European colonisation, highlighting how the early settlement teetered on the edge of collapse—and how, through good fortune and leadership, it ultimately survived.

Why You’ll Love It:
This is a vivid and accessible account of Australia's colonial foundations—rich in character, drama, and insight. Whether you’re a student of history or a curious reader, Hill’s storytelling offers a compelling look at the struggle to establish one of the world’s most distant outposts.