MARILYN QUIRK'S publication TASMANIA - AN ISLAND FAR AWAY, tells the powerful stories that have defined Tasmanian migrant history. There were turbulent years in the migrants’ lives as the storm clouds of Europe after WW11 left European countries in ashes and ruin. People mourned for their lost families and children who had been sent away. Many left behind European war-torn cities, captures and escapes, forced marches, work camps and underground dangers.   For some there was no turning back.   

Nine nationalities are represented here and included is one Polish soldier’s story of fighting in the desert side-by-side with the Australians at Tobruk. 

The author’s detective work produces some interesting facts about the island and its people. Letters, documents, and interviews, and in some cases, unusual research, have been used.  Some of the material has not surfaced before. 

Many of these migrants endured appalling trials to call Tasmania home and this book records their place in Tasmanian history.

 TASMANIA - AN ISLAND FAR AWAY follows on from the author's previous successful publication ECHOES ON THE MOUNTAIN.

 To contact the author email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it