Jonah

Jonah

$12.00 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: Louis Stone
Binding: Hardback
Published: TIMES HOUSE, 1984

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

Louis Stone's Jonah is a seminal work of Australian social realism that chronicles the compelling rise of its titular character from the impoverished streets of early 20th-century Sydney. Stone masterfully illustrates the harsh realities of slum life and the rigid class structures of the time, presenting a vivid tableau of a burgeoning city. The narrative uncovers Jonah's ambition and resilience as he navigates societal challenges, ultimately achieving a measure of success against formidable odds. This insightful novel captures the spirit of an era, offering a poignant commentary on social mobility and the human condition.

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Description

Author: Louis Stone
Binding: Hardback
Published: TIMES HOUSE, 1984

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

Louis Stone's Jonah is a seminal work of Australian social realism that chronicles the compelling rise of its titular character from the impoverished streets of early 20th-century Sydney. Stone masterfully illustrates the harsh realities of slum life and the rigid class structures of the time, presenting a vivid tableau of a burgeoning city. The narrative uncovers Jonah's ambition and resilience as he navigates societal challenges, ultimately achieving a measure of success against formidable odds. This insightful novel captures the spirit of an era, offering a poignant commentary on social mobility and the human condition.