In this memoir, Roger Therry provides a detailed and often entertaining account of his thirty years of residence in New South Wales and Victoria during the 19th century. Through a close examination of his own experiences and a wealth of historical context, Therry provides a vivid and engaging portrait of life in colonial Australia. Along with a detailed account of his own life, this book also includes a supplementary chapter on transportation and the ticket-of-leave system, providing an intriguing glimpse into the dark side of Australia's colonial past.
