Careful, He Might Hear You
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.
Edition: Second Impression.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This poignant novel, Careful, He Might Hear You, chronicles the emotional journey of a young boy caught between two vastly different aunts vying for his custody. Set against the backdrop of 1930s Australia, the narrative masterfully portrays the complexities of family loyalty and the innocence of childhood confronted by adult desires. The story presents a compelling examination of class distinctions and personal sacrifice, all while maintaining a tender and introspective tone. It illustrates the profound impact of upbringing on a child's identity, drawing readers into a deeply personal and often heartbreaking struggle for belonging. Sumner Locke Elliott crafts a powerful tale that resonates with universal themes of love, loss, and the search for a true home.
Author: Sumner Locke Elliott
Format: Hardback
Published: 1963, Victor Gollancz Ltd
Edition: Second Impression.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This poignant novel, Careful, He Might Hear You, chronicles the emotional journey of a young boy caught between two vastly different aunts vying for his custody. Set against the backdrop of 1930s Australia, the narrative masterfully portrays the complexities of family loyalty and the innocence of childhood confronted by adult desires. The story presents a compelling examination of class distinctions and personal sacrifice, all while maintaining a tender and introspective tone. It illustrates the profound impact of upbringing on a child's identity, drawing readers into a deeply personal and often heartbreaking struggle for belonging. Sumner Locke Elliott crafts a powerful tale that resonates with universal themes of love, loss, and the search for a true home.