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Henry Kingsley
1830-1876
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Books by Henry Kingsley
The Recollections of Geoffrey Hamlyn
"The Recollections of Geoffrey Hamlyn" by Henry Kingsley is a novel published in 1859. This sweeping chronicle follows three families—the Buckleys, Thorntons, and Brentwoods—across nearly eight decades, from 1780s Devon to colonial Australia. After rejected proposals and elopements drive characters from England, the families emigrate to New South Wales, settling as pastoralists in the Monaro district. The story spans generations, exploring fortunes made and lost in what critics called a "pastoral Eden" that shaped Australian fiction's romantic tradition.
Ravenshoe
"Ravenshoe" by Henry Kingsley is a novel published in 1862. In the grand Irish estate of Ravenshoe, a devastating secret emerges: Charles and William were swapped at birth. When Charles discovers he may not be the rightful heir, he flees his privileged life to become a groom, then a soldier bound for the Crimean War. Amidst questions of identity, lost love, and the chaos of the Light Brigade's legendary charge, the truth about bloodlines proves more complicated than anyone imagined.
The Lost Child
"The Lost Child" by Henry Kingsley is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the themes of childhood innocence and the longing for adventure, set against the backdrop of the Australian wilderness. The story reflects the experiences of a young boy who becomes lost in the bush, emphasizing the contrasts between civilization and nature, as well as the challenges faced by a child when separated from the safety of home. In the narrative, a young, adventurous bush child, filled with wonder and curiosity about the world beyond his home near the river, is drawn to explore the forbidden forest across the water. Ignoring his mother’s warnings about crossing the river to play with mythical creatures, he finds himself lost after bravely venturing into the dense wilderness. The search for him unfolds as two young men, Sam and Cecil, embark on a mission to find the boy, believing he may have drowned or become overtaken by the vast landscape. Tragically, their search concludes when they discover the boy's lifeless body on a remote cliff, clutching the flowers gathered during his final hours of innocent exploration. This poignant story highlights the perils of childhood freedom and the inevitable encounter with mortality and loss.