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Norfolk Mutiny

Linda Hill

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Norfolk Mutiny explores the multifaceted history of Norfolk Island, a remote Pacific outpost shaped by the infamous Mutiny on the Bounty, its subsequent settlement by mutineers and their Polynesian companions, and its grim role as a brutal penal colony. The book examines how extreme circumstances forged a unique society on this tiny island.

 
Consider that the mutiny on the HMS Bounty, triggered by Captain Bligh's tyranny and the allure of Tahiti, set in motion a chain of events leading to the establishment of a unique Anglo-Polynesian community. Later, descendants of the Bounty mutineers relocated from Pitcairn Island due to overcrowding, bringing their distinct culture and language to Norfolk Island.

 
The book traces the island's history from the initial Bounty mutiny and the establishment of the Pitcairn settlement to the penal colony years, detailing the harsh conditions endured by convicts and the administrative structures in place. It culminates with the Pitcairn Islanders' resettlement and their efforts to build a new community while grappling with the legacy of their predecessors.

 
Drawing on British Admiralty documents, convict records, and oral histories, Norfolk Mutiny provides a comprehensive and accessible account of Norfolk Island's past, highlighting themes of resilience, adaptation, and the negotiation of identity in this isolated environment.
Disponible desde: 20/03/2025.
Longitud de impresión: 55 páginas.

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