Such is Life : Being Certain Extracts from the Diary of Tom Collins

Such is Life : Being Certain Extracts from the Diary of Tom Collins

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Condition: SECONDHAND

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Author: Tom Collins
Binding: Hardback
Published: THE DISCOVERY PRESS - PENRITH, 1968

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This seminal work of Australian literature, Such Is Life, chronicles the meandering observations and experiences of its protagonist, offering a vivid tableau of late 19th-century rural life. The narrative presents a unique blend of philosophical musings and sharp social commentary, all filtered through the distinctive voice of its diarist. It masterfully illustrates the challenges and eccentricities of the human condition amidst the harsh yet beautiful Australian landscape. Readers will find a witty and authentic portrayal of a bygone era, making it an enduring cornerstone of the nation's literary heritage.

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Description

Author: Tom Collins
Binding: Hardback
Published: THE DISCOVERY PRESS - PENRITH, 1968

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This seminal work of Australian literature, Such Is Life, chronicles the meandering observations and experiences of its protagonist, offering a vivid tableau of late 19th-century rural life. The narrative presents a unique blend of philosophical musings and sharp social commentary, all filtered through the distinctive voice of its diarist. It masterfully illustrates the challenges and eccentricities of the human condition amidst the harsh yet beautiful Australian landscape. Readers will find a witty and authentic portrayal of a bygone era, making it an enduring cornerstone of the nation's literary heritage.