A House Is Built
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: M. Barnard Eldershaw
Binding: Hardback
Published: Harrap, 1940
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: No dust jacket, cloth cover has some wear and spine has tanning, previous owner name inside, pages have light foxing
A sweeping historical novel, A House Is Built chronicles the multi-generational saga of the Hyde family, pioneering settlers in early 19th-century Australia. The narrative details their relentless ambition and the profound struggles that shape their destiny, mirroring the nascent nation's own development. This compelling work presents a vivid tableau of colonial life, illustrating the challenges of land ownership and the complex formation of a new society. It uncovers the intricate tapestry of family relationships against a backdrop of vast, untamed landscapes. This insightful novel captures the spirit of an era defined by both hardship and hope, offering a profound look into the foundations of Australian identity.
Author: M. Barnard Eldershaw
Binding: Hardback
Published: Harrap, 1940
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: No dust jacket, cloth cover has some wear and spine has tanning, previous owner name inside, pages have light foxing
A sweeping historical novel, A House Is Built chronicles the multi-generational saga of the Hyde family, pioneering settlers in early 19th-century Australia. The narrative details their relentless ambition and the profound struggles that shape their destiny, mirroring the nascent nation's own development. This compelling work presents a vivid tableau of colonial life, illustrating the challenges of land ownership and the complex formation of a new society. It uncovers the intricate tapestry of family relationships against a backdrop of vast, untamed landscapes. This insightful novel captures the spirit of an era defined by both hardship and hope, offering a profound look into the foundations of Australian identity.