AustLit logo

AustLit

The Problem with Jinaban single work   short story  
Issue Details: First known date: 1898... 1898 The Problem with Jinaban
The material on this page is available to AustLit subscribers. If you are a subscriber or are from a subscribing organisation, please log in to gain full access. To explore options for subscribing to this unique teaching, research, and publishing resource for Australian culture and storytelling, please contact us or find out more.

AbstractHistoryArchive Description

Tells the story of Jinaban, an outlaw Islander chief, who embarks on a murderous rampage when his offer of a wife to the trader, Palmer, is refused. With the help of an absconding sailor Palmer finally captures Jinaban, but the Islanders are reluctant to execute him.

Publication Details of Only Known VersionEarliest 2 Known Versions of

Last amended 18 Jan 2018 16:03:21
X