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Set between 1915 and 1969, The Thorn Birds follows the Cleary family’s life on Drogheda, a fictional sheep station named after Drogheda, Ireland, in the Australian Outback. The narrative spans generations, revealing the intertwining destinies of family members, the hardship of rural life, and the profound influence of the Catholic Church. Colleen McCullough’s expansive tale blends romance, historical detail, and the challenges of faith as it examines love, duty, and the struggles of a priest‑led household in a remote landscape.
First publish date: September 1998
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Colleen McCullough
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