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Boldrewood, Rolf
1826
1915
Browne, Thomas Alexander
The Squatter's Dream: A Story of Australian Life
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"The Squatter's Dream: A Story of Australian Life" by Rolf Boldrewood is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of ambition and the life of squatters in Australia, focusing on the main character, Jack Redgrave, a young squatter who navigates the challenges of managing a cattle station while contemplating new ventures. The opening sets the tone for a pastoral narrative filled with the everyday experiences and adventures of rural life. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Jack Redgrave, a prosperous squatter who has built a comfortable life on his cattle station. He enjoys a blend of hard work and leisure, finding joy in mustering cattle, gardening, and socializing with neighbors. The narrative conveys Jack’s inner conflict as he grapples with restlessness and ambitions beyond his current station. Reflecting on his past experiences and contemplating a potential shift to sheep farming, Jack expresses a desire for more extensive holdings and profits while also feeling the weight of leaving his established home and relationships behind. This rich beginning sets the stage for reflecting on personal growth, social dynamics, and the allure of the untamed Australian landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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