The Child of an Ancient People

Set on a ship traveling to Australia, the narrative follows a man and a woman alongside an orphan boy, the last of the Tasmanian Aboriginals. This poignant tale confronts the painful topic of cultural extermination, exploring themes of identity, loss, and survival. Through their journey, the characters grapple with the implications of a vanishing race, highlighting the broader consequences of colonization and the importance of preserving heritage.