Aboriginal Convicts

Discover the compelling history of Aboriginal Convicts, authored by Kristyn Harman and published in 2012. This insightful book delves into the lives of Bulldog and Musquito, two Aboriginal warriors from the Hawkesbury region. Captured during frontier skirmishes in New South Wales, their journeys take them to Norfolk Island and Van Diemen's Land, where they face the harsh realities of convict life. Bulldog ultimately finds a way back home, while Musquito's fate as a convict servant leads him to never return. With 336 pages of rich narrative, Kristyn Harman sheds light on the struggles and resilience of Aboriginal people during this tumultuous period in Australian history. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Australia's past, Indigenous history, and the stories of those who were exiled. Explore the depths of their experiences and the impact of colonization through this powerful narrative.