For the Terms of His Natural Life

For the Term of His Natural Life, written by Marcus Clarke, is the best know novelisation of life as a convict in early Australian history, relating the epic odyssey of Rufus Dawes, a young man transported to an early penal settlement for a murder he did not commit. A powerful tale that captures the strength of the human spirit and its enduring belief for compassion to overcome adversity. Book Features: Modern high quality hardback collection of classic Australian texts. Texts that form the foundation of the country’s literary canon and retrace Australia’s early history (including cover illustration by Australian artists). Themes central to current Australian artistic and identity debate ranging from mateship to migration and First Nations people Market appetite for Australian works and prevalence of Australiana products, bought as gifts to send abroad. About the Author Marcus Andrew Clarke (24 April 1846 – 2 August 1881) was an Australian novelist, journalist, poet, editor, librarian and playwright.