Australia's Great Books

Australia's Great Books

$12.00 AUD

Availability: in stock at our Tullamarine warehouse

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: Katharine Susannah Prichard
Binding: Hardback
Published: TIMES HOUSE, 1987

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This poignant Australian novel chronicles the complex relationship between a white station owner and an Aboriginal woman in the remote outback. It powerfully illustrates the racial tensions and social injustices prevalent in early 20th-century Australia, presenting a stark yet empathetic portrayal of lives intertwined by circumstance and cultural divides. The narrative uncovers the profound impact of colonialism on individuals and communities, offering a critical perspective on the era's societal norms. Through its vivid characterizations and evocative setting, Coonardoo argues for a deeper understanding of human connection amidst adversity.

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Description

Author: Katharine Susannah Prichard
Binding: Hardback
Published: TIMES HOUSE, 1987

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This poignant Australian novel chronicles the complex relationship between a white station owner and an Aboriginal woman in the remote outback. It powerfully illustrates the racial tensions and social injustices prevalent in early 20th-century Australia, presenting a stark yet empathetic portrayal of lives intertwined by circumstance and cultural divides. The narrative uncovers the profound impact of colonialism on individuals and communities, offering a critical perspective on the era's societal norms. Through its vivid characterizations and evocative setting, Coonardoo argues for a deeper understanding of human connection amidst adversity.