True Girt: The Unauthorised History of Australia

Name: True Girt: The Unauthorised History of Australia
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Book Synopsis: First there was Girt. Now comes ...True GirtIn this side-splitting sequel to his best-selling history, David Hunt takes us to the Australian frontier. This was the Wild South, home to hardy pioneers, gun-slinging bushrangers, directionally challenged explorers, nervous indigenous people, Caroline Chisholm and sheep. Lots of sheep.True Girt introduces Thomas Davey, the hard-drinking Tasmanian governor who invented the Blow My Skull cocktail, and Captain Moonlite, Australia’s most infamous LGBTI bushranger. Meet William Nicholson, the Melbourne hipster who gave Australia the steam-powered coffee roaster and the world the secret ballot. And say hello to Harry, the first camel used in Australian exploration, who shot dead his owner, the explorer John Horrocks.Learn how Truganini’s death inspired the Martian invasion of Earth. Discover the role of Hall and Oates in the Myall Creek Massacre. And be reminded why you should never ever smoke with the Wild Colonial Boy and Mad Dan Morgan.

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The True Girt: The Unauthorised History of Australia takes you on a hilarious and entertaining journey through the Wild South, where pioneers and bushrangers ruled the land. David Hunt's sequel to the best-selling history book, Girt, is a must-read for history enthusiasts and comedy lovers alike.

Discover the fascinating tales of Thomas Davey, the Tasmanian governor who invented a mind-boggling cocktail, and Captain Moonlite, Australia's most notorious LGBTI bushranger. From William Nicholson, the Melbourne hipster who revolutionized coffee roasting, to the camel named Harry who turned on his owner, this book is filled with captivating stories that will leave you in awe.

Uncover the surprising connections between Truganini's death and the Martian invasion of Earth, and learn about the unexpected role of Hall and Oates in the Myall Creek Massacre. True Girt is packed with intriguing historical facts and hilarious anecdotes that will keep you engrossed from start to finish.

Don't miss your chance to delve into the untold history of Australia. Order your copy of True Girt today and embark on an unforgettable adventure filled with laughter, shock, and a newfound appreciation for this extraordinary country.

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