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The penal settlement of Port Macquarie in northern New South Wales is where the worst of the worst are sent, including second offenders. This is where we are introduced to Hugh Monsarrat, formerly of London and Exeter, transported for fraud and forgery. His fine penmanship and skill as a clerk have landed him a reasonably privileged place at Port Macquarie, working as clerk to the Commandant, Major Angus Shelborne. Monsarrat enjoys the benefits of his own little cottage and garden, and a certain
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Jan 23, 2019
Kim
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