The Chant of Jimmy Blacksmith[?] by Thomas Keneally (1972), also filmed. Written through the eyes of an exploited Aborigine who explodes in rage. Based on an actual incident. Keneally has said he would not now presume to write in the voice of an Aborigine, but would have written the story as seen by a white character.
... a six speed gear box, and was capable of 212 mph.
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