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Fern Vale; or, the Queensland Squatter. Volume 3

By Colin Munro
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A group of rural acquaintances move through bushland and country houses, enjoying rides and hosting social visits until an outing turns urgent when a young woman is thrown from her horse and sustains a broken leg. Companions race by night over difficult tracks, improvise a conveyance, summon a doctor, and tend the injured guest at a homestead, while bedside care and household conversations reveal loyalties, hospitality, and practical resourcefulness. The volume unfolds in episodic chapters that alternate scenes of travel, social life, and communal response to crisis.

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Colin Munro

Colin Munro was a 19th-century author known for his contributions to Australian literature, particularly through his novel "Fern Vale; or, the Queensland Squatter." This work, published in three volumes, offers a vivid portrayal of life in Queensland during the era of squatting and settlement. Munro's writing reflects the challenges and experiences of early settlers, capturing the spirit of adventure and hardship in the Australian landscape. His narratives provide valuable insights into the social and economic conditions of the time, making him a notable figure in the literary heritage of Australia.

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