The Death Of A Wombat

The Death Of A Wombat

$25.00 AUD

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Ivan Smith
Binding: Hardback
Published: Wren Publishing, 1972

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Clean, tight pages. Dustjacket has been taped to book.

Ivan Smith's "The Death of a Wombat" is a poignant work of Australian nature writing that chronicles the final hours of a solitary wombat. This short, evocative narrative presents a vivid portrayal of the animal's struggle against the elements and the inevitable cycle of life and death in the bush. Through precise observation and lyrical prose, Smith illustrates the harsh realities of the natural world, inviting readers to contemplate themes of mortality, resilience, and the quiet dignity of wildlife. It is a powerful and moving piece, offering a unique perspective on the Australian landscape and its inhabitants.

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Description

Author: Ivan Smith
Binding: Hardback
Published: Wren Publishing, 1972

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Clean, tight pages. Dustjacket has been taped to book.

Ivan Smith's "The Death of a Wombat" is a poignant work of Australian nature writing that chronicles the final hours of a solitary wombat. This short, evocative narrative presents a vivid portrayal of the animal's struggle against the elements and the inevitable cycle of life and death in the bush. Through precise observation and lyrical prose, Smith illustrates the harsh realities of the natural world, inviting readers to contemplate themes of mortality, resilience, and the quiet dignity of wildlife. It is a powerful and moving piece, offering a unique perspective on the Australian landscape and its inhabitants.