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1923 Sydney Cove by J.H.M. Abbott Antique Australian Fiction & History Book

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1923 Sydney Cove by J.H.M. Abbott Antique Australian Fiction & History Book

Sydney Cove
By J.H.M. Abbott
Published by Angus & Robertson Ltd: Australia 1923
1st Edition In This Format

" Sydney Cove by J. H. M. Abbott is a vivid historical novel set against the harsh and formative years of early colonial Australia, drawing readers into the precarious existence of the fledgling settlement at Port Jackson. Abbott, known for his evocative storytelling and grounding in Australian settings, reconstructs the atmosphere of the late 18th and early 19th centuries with a keen sense of place—where survival, authority, and human frailty intertwine. The narrative captures the tensions between convicts, soldiers, and administrators, offering a textured portrayal of a society struggling to establish order on unfamiliar and often unforgiving ground.

At its heart, the novel explores the moral ambiguities and personal dramas that emerge within this isolated colonial outpost. Characters are shaped by circumstance—whether hardened by transportation, driven by ambition, or quietly resisting the rigid hierarchies imposed upon them. Abbott balances historical detail with narrative momentum, weaving together episodes of hardship, resilience, and occasional redemption, while subtly reflecting on the broader themes of justice, power, and identity in a new land far removed from Britain.

This 1923 Angus & Robertson edition presents the work in a compact and accessible format, reflective of the publisher's role in promoting Australian literature to a wide readership during the early 20th century. The inclusion of a frontispiece illustration enhances its period appeal, while the connection to its original serialisation in The World's News adds an additional layer of literary interest. A compelling and atmospheric work, it would appeal to collectors of early Australian fiction, readers interested in colonial history, and admirers of Abbott's distinctly Australian narratives. "

General wear, staining and some splitting to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Binding is solid with no loose pages. Pages clean and well presented with pleasant age toning. A decent copy of this 1st edition in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 18cm x 11.5cm x 2cm - 220 Pages

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Original Cloth Bindings", "Frontis"]
Region: Australia, Oceania
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: General wear, staining and some splitting to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Binding is solid with no loose pages. Pages clean and well presented with pleasant age toning. A decent copy of this 1st edition in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: J.H.M. Abbott
Publisher: Angus & Robertson Ltd: Australia
Year Printed: 1923
Sub-subject: Australian Fiction