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Dowswell, Paul

Prison Ship: Adventures of a Young Sailor

320 pp. | Bloomsbury | November, 2006 | Trade ISBN 1-58234-676-3 $16.95
(3) YA This sequel to Powder Monkey continues Sam Witchall's adventures as he is framed for a crime and sent to Australia to live out a life sentence. Sam's experiences provide a fascinating look at Australia's early history as a penal colony, examining the complex relationships between criminal, military, and native populations. Sources and a "Fact and Fiction" author's note are included. Reading list.
Reviewer: Juliet S. King

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