Publisher's Synopsis
The Gilpins and Their Fortunes: An Australian Tale is a novel written by William Henry Giles Kingston and first published in 1865. The story is set in Australia during the mid-19th century and follows the adventures of the Gilpin family, who are English immigrants trying to make a new life for themselves in the new land.The patriarch of the family, Mr. Gilpin, is a successful businessman who has come to Australia to expand his operations. He is accompanied by his wife and their four children: two sons, Frank and Harry, and two daughters, Lucy and Fanny. The family settles in a small town and begins to build a new life for themselves.The novel follows the Gilpins as they navigate the challenges of life in Australia, including harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and encounters with dangerous wildlife. They also face financial difficulties and must work hard to make ends meet.As the story unfolds, the Gilpins experience both triumphs and tragedies. They make new friends and enemies, fall in love, and encounter unexpected twists and turns. The novel is a vivid portrayal of life in Australia during the mid-19th century and offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of early settlers in the new land.Overall, The Gilpins and Their Fortunes: An Australian Tale is a captivating and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Australia and the challenges faced by early settlers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
