Thoroughly Decent People: An Australian Folktale

Thoroughly Decent People: An Australian Folktale

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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: Glen Tomasetti
Binding: Paperback
Published: NELSON in association with McPhee Gribble Publishers, 1977

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This compelling narrative, Thoroughly Decent People: An Australian Folktale, chronicles the lives of ordinary individuals within a distinct Australian setting, presenting a nuanced look at societal expectations and personal realities. Glen Tomasetti’s work captures the essence of a community, illustrating the subtle complexities and unspoken truths that shape everyday existence. The tone is both observational and deeply empathetic, drawing readers into a world where decency is both a virtue and a burden. It argues for a re-evaluation of what constitutes a folktale, grounding its themes in the relatable struggles and quiet triumphs of its characters. This insightful volume offers a poignant reflection on identity and belonging in a specific cultural landscape.

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Description

Author: Glen Tomasetti
Binding: Paperback
Published: NELSON in association with McPhee Gribble Publishers, 1977

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This compelling narrative, Thoroughly Decent People: An Australian Folktale, chronicles the lives of ordinary individuals within a distinct Australian setting, presenting a nuanced look at societal expectations and personal realities. Glen Tomasetti’s work captures the essence of a community, illustrating the subtle complexities and unspoken truths that shape everyday existence. The tone is both observational and deeply empathetic, drawing readers into a world where decency is both a virtue and a burden. It argues for a re-evaluation of what constitutes a folktale, grounding its themes in the relatable struggles and quiet triumphs of its characters. This insightful volume offers a poignant reflection on identity and belonging in a specific cultural landscape.