by KateGrenville (Author)
In 1788 Daniel Rooke sets out on a journey that will change the course of his life. As a lieutenant in the First Fleet, he lands on the wild and unknown shores of New South Wales. There he sets up an observatory to chart the stars. But this country will prove far more revelatory than the stars above. Based on real events, The Lieutenant tells the unforgettable story of Rooke's connection with an Aboriginal child - a remarkable friendship that resonates across the oceans and the centuries.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 320
Edition: Main
Publisher: Canongate Books
Published: 04 Feb 2010
ISBN 10: 1847673473
ISBN 13: 9781847673473
Book Overview: The bestselling new novel from the author of the Booker-shortlisted The Secret River This engrossing story evokes the excitement of discovery and the beauty of an unspoilt land. - Anthony Gardner, Scottish Daily Mail