Modern Fiction (post 1945)

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Ice Palace

Ice Palace

$15.00 AUD
Author: Edna FerberBinding: HardbackPublished: Readers Book Club, London, 1959Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis novel follows the story of Christine Storm, a spirited young woman, and her...
The Dark Of Summer

The Dark Of Summer

$15.00 AUD
Author: Eric LinklaterBinding: HardbackPublished: Readers Book Club, London, 1958Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: DamagedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsA young woman and man find themselves entwined in a complex web of relationships and societal...
Noble In Reason

Noble In Reason

$15.00 AUD
Author: Phyllis BentleyBinding: HardbackPublished: Readers Book Club, London, 1956Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: DamagedPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis novel follows a compelling narrative, exploring themes of family dynamics and societal expectations within a...
Rockets Galore

Rockets Galore

$15.00 AUD
Author: Compton MackenzieBinding: HardbackPublished: Readers Book Club, 1959Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerLocals witness a rocket launch, their expressions a mix of awe and apprehension. A young...
The Loving Brothers

The Loving Brothers

$15.00 AUD
Author: Louis GoldingBinding: HardbackPublished: Reader's Book Club, 1954Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis narrative follows the lives and intertwined destinies of two brothers. Their bond faces tests...
Act Of Love

Act Of Love

$60.00 AUD
Author: Rosemary HaughtonBinding: HardbackPublished: Geoffrey Chapman Publishers, 1968Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerA woman finds herself caught between the expectations of her traditional upbringing and...
The President'S Child

The President'S Child

$15.00 AUD
Author: Fay WeldonBinding: HardbackPublished: Hodder & Stoughton Ltd,, 1982Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis book delves into the intricate dynamics of power, privilege, and family secrets within...
Farewell Companions

Farewell Companions

$20.00 AUD
Author: James PlunkettBinding: HardbackPublished: Hutchinson, London, 1977Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerThis book delves into the lives and relationships of ordinary people, exploring themes of...
Matilda, My Darling

Matilda, My Darling

$20.00 AUD
Author: Nigel KrauthBinding: HardbackPublished: George Allen and Unwin, 1983Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsSet against the backdrop of the Australian landscape, it tells a compelling story of...
The Georges' Wife (SIGNED)

The Georges' Wife (SIGNED)

$20.00 AUD
Author: Elizabeth JolleyBinding: SoftbackPublished: Penguin, 1994Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacketPages: YellowedMarkings: Signed with inscriptionSet against the backdrop of a ship at sea, a solitary figure gazes out at the...
Black & White

Black & White

$12.00 AUD
Author: Shiva NaipaulBinding: HardbackPublished: Hamish Hamilton, 1980Condition remarks:Book: AcceptableJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerThis book delves into the intricate dynamics of a commune established in rural England...
The Looking Glass War

The Looking Glass War

$15.00 AUD
Author: John Le CarréBinding: HardbackPublished: Coward-McCann, 1965Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsIn the intricate world of espionage, shadows of deceit and betrayal lurk beneath the surface. As...
The Children's Bach

The Children's Bach

$40.00 AUD
Author: Helen GarnerBinding: HardbackPublished: McPhee Gribble Publishers, 1984Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerA captivating and deeply personal novel from one of Australia's most respected authors. Athena and...
The Two Mrs. Grenvilles

The Two Mrs. Grenvilles

$15.00 AUD
Author: Dominick DunneBinding: HardbackPublished: Crown Publishing Group, 1985Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis novel delves into the lives of the wealthy and enigmatic Grenville family, exploring...
Dead Aim

Dead Aim

$35.00 AUD
Author: Collin WilcoxBinding: HardbackPublished: Random House , 1971Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsIn this Lieutenant Hastings mystery, Wilcox weaves a tale of intrigue and suspense. The narrative...
A Bonfire

A Bonfire

$40.00 AUD
Author: Pamela Hansford JohnsonBinding: HardbackPublished: Scribner's, New York, 1981Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsSet against the backdrop of post-war London, the narrative delves into the lives of...
The Handyman

The Handyman

$15.00 AUD
Author: Penelope MortimerBinding: HardbackPublished: Allen Lane, London, 1983Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis novel delves into the life of a woman navigating the complexities of relationships and...
The Railway Station Man

The Railway Station Man

$15.00 AUD
Author: Jennifer JohnstonBinding: HardbackPublished: London; Hamish Hamilton, 1984Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsSet against the backdrop of the Irish coast, the story revolves around Helen, a middle-aged...
The Public Image

The Public Image

$20.00 AUD
Author: Muriel SparkBinding: HardbackPublished: New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 1968Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis novel delves into the life of a famous actress whose carefully...
Heads And Tales

Heads And Tales

$30.00 AUD
Author: Aage ThaarupBinding: HardbackPublished: Cassell & Company, London, 1956Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThis book is a collection of short stories, each offering a glimpse...
Testimony Of Two Men

Testimony Of Two Men

$20.00 AUD
Author: Taylor CaldwellBinding: HardbackPublished: Collins, 1968Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsSet in a small Pennsylvania town, the story revolves around Dr. Jonathan Ferrier, a brilliant and compassionate...
Poor Man's Orange

Poor Man's Orange

$20.00 AUD
Author: Ruth ParkBinding: HardbackPublished: Angus & Robertson. Australian Classics Series, Sydney, 1985Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerSet in the grim Sydney slums of the 1930s and 40s,...
The Mountain

The Mountain

$20.00 AUD
Author: Kate LlewellynBinding: HardbackPublished: Hudson Publishing, Hawthorn, 1989Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book delves into themes of self-discovery, resilience, and the search for meaning in the face...
A Body Of Water

A Body Of Water

$30.00 AUD
Author: Beverley FarmerBinding: HardbackPublished: University of Queensland Press, 1990Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis novel delves into the complexities of human relationships, exploring themes of love, loss, and...
Hook's Mountain

Hook's Mountain

$25.00 AUD
Author: James McqueenBinding: HardbackPublished: Macmillan, 1982Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerHook's Mountain is a work of powerful imagery, symbolism and stature. Behind the interplay of...
Angels Falling

Angels Falling

$20.00 AUD
Author: Janice ElliottBinding: HardbackPublished: Secker & Warburg, 1969Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe book delves into the intricate lives of its characters, exploring themes of love, loss,...
Lake News

Lake News

$15.00 AUD
Author: Barbara DelinskyBinding: HardbackPublished: Doubleday Book Clubs, 1999Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsA story of family secrets, unexpected romance, and the healing power of forgiveness. It tells...
The Diaries Of Jane Somers

The Diaries Of Jane Somers

$20.00 AUD
Author: Doris LessingBinding: HardbackPublished: Michael Joseph, 1984Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book delves into the intricate life of Jane Somers, offering a poignant exploration of identity,...
Loving Daughters (SIGNED)

Loving Daughters (SIGNED)

$50.00 AUD
Author: Olga MastersBinding: HardbackPublished: University of Queensland Press, 1984Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: SignedSet against the backdrop of rural Australia, the narrative explores the intricate dynamics of...
The Onyx

The Onyx

$15.00 AUD
Author: Jacqueline BriskinBinding: HardbackPublished: Book Club Associates, London, 1982Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThe Onyx is a sweeping saga of love, ambition, and betrayal set against the...
Dreamhouse

Dreamhouse

$20.00 AUD
Author: Kate GrenvilleBinding: HardbackPublished: St Lucia, UQP, 1986Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsDelve into a tale of love, identity, and the search for belonging in Kate Grenville's...
Mary Mcgarry Morris

Mary Mcgarry Morris

$15.00 AUD
Author: Fiona RangeBinding: HardbackPublished: Viking, 2000Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis novel delves into the complexities of human relationships, exploring themes of love, loss, and personal growth....
The Image Men

The Image Men

$55.00 AUD
Author: J.B. PriestleyBinding: HardbackPublished: Heinemann, 1968Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis collection features two novels, each exploring themes of identity, perception, and the human condition. One...
The Good Mother

The Good Mother

$15.00 AUD
Author: Sue MillerBinding: HardbackPublished: Guild Publishing, 1986Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerAnna Dunlap is a divorced mother struggling to find her place in the world. She teaches...
The Three Sirens

The Three Sirens

$20.00 AUD
Author: Irving WallaceBinding: HardbackPublished: Cassell, London, 1964Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis novel delves into the life of Dr. James Yarrow, a renowned sexologist, who embarks on...
The Growing Pains Of Adrian Mole

The Growing Pains Of Adrian Mole

$15.00 AUD
Author: Sue TownsendBinding: HardbackPublished: Methuen , 1984Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsAdrian Mole is back, and he's still navigating the trials and tribulations of adolescence. From acne...
Royo County

Royo County

$20.00 AUD
Author: Robert RoperBinding: HardbackPublished: William Morrow & Co., NY, 1973Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsIn Royo County, the story unfolds with a blend of rural charm and...
Anna Fitzalan

Anna Fitzalan

$15.00 AUD
Author: Marguerite SteenBinding: HardbackPublished: Collins, London, 1954Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis novel delves into the life of Anna Fitzalan, likely exploring her experiences, relationships, and personal...
Her Mother's Daughter

Her Mother's Daughter

$15.00 AUD
Author: Marilyn FrenchBinding: HardbackPublished: Summit Books - BCA, 1987Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis novel delves into the intricate relationships between mothers and daughters, exploring themes of...
The Ghost

The Ghost

$15.00 AUD
Author: Danielle SteelBinding: HardbackPublished: Doubleday, 1997Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsA woman who loses everything finds herself drawn to a mysterious estate, where secrets of the...
The Image & Other Stories

The Image & Other Stories

$15.00 AUD
Author: Isaac Bashevis SingerBinding: HardbackPublished: Farrar Straus Giroux, 1985Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis collection of short stories delves into the complexities of human nature, exploring themes of identity,...
Winter Of Discontent

Winter Of Discontent

$25.00 AUD
Author: Gilbert FrankauBinding: HardbackPublished: Macdonald & Co, 1950Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThis novel delves into the complexities of human relationships and personal struggles during times of...
Lucy Crown

Lucy Crown

$25.00 AUD
Author: Irwin ShawBinding: HardbackPublished: Jonathan Cape, 1956Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThis novel delves into the complexities of love, loss, and personal transformation. It explores the lives...
The Break (SIGNED)

The Break (SIGNED)

$30.00 AUD
Author: Deb FitzpatrickBinding: SoftbackPublished: Fremantle Press, North Fremantle, 2014Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: SignedRosie and Cray chuck in city jobs for Margaret River while Liza, Ferg and...
The Children Of Mapu Street

The Children Of Mapu Street

$20.00 AUD
Author: Sarah Neshamit; translated from Hebrew by David SegalBinding: HardbackPublished: Jewish Publication Society, 1977Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerAnother bracing novel about Jewish settlers pre-Holocaust, in this...
Fish-Hair Woman

Fish-Hair Woman

$20.00 AUD
Author: Merlinda BobisBinding: SoftbackPublished: Spinifex, 2012Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book delves into themes of identity, displacement, and the search for belonging, set against a backdrop...
Breakfast At Tiffany'S

Breakfast At Tiffany'S

$15.00 AUD
Author: Truman CapoteBinding: SoftbackPublished: Penguin Books, 2008Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsIn "Breakfast at Tiffany's", a young New York socialite, Holly Golightly, captivates those around her...
Brotherly Love

Brotherly Love

$15.00 AUD
Author: William D. BlankenshipBinding: HardbackPublished: Souvenir Press, 1981Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis novel delves into the hidden, sinister forces that lurk beneath the surface of familial...