Albert Pompey Austin: A Man Between Two Worlds
Biography & Memoir History Australiana
Roy Hay’s Albert Pompey Austin: A Man Between Two Worlds traces the remarkable life of a 19th-century Aboriginal man navigating colonial Victoria. This 2020 biography illuminates Austin’s journey from mission life to station work and courtroom battles, offering a rare Indigenous perspective on Australian history.
Hay, a respected historian, weaves archival records with cultural context to show how Austin negotiated the fault line between settler law and Aboriginal identity. The result is a compact yet powerful cultural study that sits alongside family memoir and frontier history.
The paperback is in very good condition—tight spine, crisp pages, no marks or creases, stored smoke-free. Perfect for readers after a clean, gently used copy.
Ideal for young adults and adults interested in Australian history, Indigenous biography, or true stories of resilience. Add this standout title to your collection today.
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