Nancy Cato was an Australian author celebrated for her prolific body of historical novels, biographies, and poetry. Her literary contributions often delve into the Australian landscape and its rich cultural heritage. Beyond her writing, Cato was a passionate advocate for environmental conservation, a commitment that infused her prose with a deep appreciation for nature. She left a significant mark through her extensive literary output and dedicated activism.
A tale of romance and adventure, this is the story of Philadelphia Gordon, orphaned at 13 and sent to live on the banks of the Murray River in Australia with her aunt and uncle. Cato's previous books include A Distant Land, Brown Sugar and The Heart of the Continent.
Two centuries of Australian history are chronicled in a story that ranges from the earliest days of transported convicts to the events of the twentieth century
Krankenschwester Alix arbeitet im australischen Hinterland. Sie muss ihre kleine Tochter alleine aufziehen, die beruflich in ihre Fussstapfen tritt und eine der ersten Fliegenden Schwestern wird.
