A Bush Idyl (1888)

A Bush Idyl is a novel written by Kenneth Mackay and first published in 1888. The story is set in the Australian bush and follows the life of a young bushman named Dick. The novel explores themes of love, friendship, and the struggle to survive in the harsh and unforgiving environment of the Australian outback.As a young man, Dick falls in love with a beautiful and spirited woman named Nellie. However, their relationship is threatened by the arrival of a wealthy landowner who also has his eyes on Nellie. Dick must navigate the complexities of love and class in order to win Nellie's heart and secure his future in the bush.Along the way, Dick forms close friendships with other bushmen and women, and learns the skills necessary to survive in the wilderness. However, he also faces many challenges and dangers, including bushfires, floods, and encounters with dangerous animals.A Bush Idyl is a vivid and realistic portrayal of life in the Australian bush during the late 19th century. Mackay's writing captures the rugged beauty of the landscape, as well as the struggles and triumphs of the people who call it home. The novel is a classic of Australian literature, and remains a beloved and influential work to this day.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.