The Australian Captive

The Australian Captive: Or An Authentic Narrative Of Fifteen Years In The Life Of William Jackman (1859) is a memoir written by William Jackman, detailing his experiences as a captive in Australia for fifteen years. The book provides a first-hand account of the harsh living conditions and brutal treatment endured by convicts in Australia during the 19th century.Jackman describes his journey from England to Australia as a convict, his arrival in Sydney, and the various jobs he was forced to do in order to survive. He also details his interactions with other convicts and the harsh punishments he witnessed.The book provides a unique insight into the life of a convict in Australia during this time period, and sheds light on the brutal treatment and inhumane conditions that many convicts were subjected to. It is a valuable historical document that offers a glimpse into the darker side of Australia's past.Also Including, With Other Appendices, Australia And Its Gold.This scarce antiquarian book is a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.