The Plantation by Di Morrissey

This document comprises excerpts from the novel "The Plantation" by Di Morrissey, offering glimpses into a multi-generational family saga. The text primarily follows Julie, who uncovers her family's history in Malaysia, particularly focusing on her Great Aunt Bette's adventurous life among the Iban, her experiences as a prisoner of war during the Japanese occupation, and her eventual marriage to Tony Tsang. Concurrently, the excerpts detail Margaret, Bette's sister, and her husband Roland's life managing a rubber and later palm oil plantation named Utopia, highlighting the challenges they faced and the post-war communist insurgency. The narrative also touches upon contemporary issues like environmental concerns surrounding palm oil plantations and a local community's fight to preserve historic homes.