Buckley's Hope

Set against the backdrop of early 19th-century Australia, the narrative follows William Buckley, a young English convict who escapes from a failed settlement. His remarkable survival over thirty-two years in the wilderness is largely due to the support and adoption by local Aboriginal tribes. The novel explores themes of survival, cultural exchange, and the impact of colonialism, providing a vivid portrayal of Buckley's extraordinary journey and the relationships he forms with the indigenous people.