Wild Turkey: A Novel

Wild Turkey: A Novel

$20.00 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.

Edition: First edition

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: jacket protected my mylar sleeve

Wild Turkey is a spirited and unconventional novel by Australian author Max Brown. Blending elements of adventure fiction with a deep appreciation for natural history, the story follows the exploits of a protagonist navigating the rugged Australian landscape. Brown, known for his keen interest in folklore and the lives of those on the fringes of society, brings a sense of gritty realism and "larrikin" humor to this mid-century narrative. The novel is celebrated for its vivid descriptions of the bush and its exploration of the relationship between man and the wild. With a plot that balances lighthearted escapades and more serious observations of the environment, it captures a specific era of Australian identity and outdoor life. Through sharp prose and a fast-paced narrative, Brown offers a snapshot of a world where wit and survival go hand in hand.

Author: Max Brown
Format: Hardback
Published: 1958, Georgian House Melbourne
Genre: Modern fiction

Description

Edition: First edition

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: jacket protected my mylar sleeve

Wild Turkey is a spirited and unconventional novel by Australian author Max Brown. Blending elements of adventure fiction with a deep appreciation for natural history, the story follows the exploits of a protagonist navigating the rugged Australian landscape. Brown, known for his keen interest in folklore and the lives of those on the fringes of society, brings a sense of gritty realism and "larrikin" humor to this mid-century narrative. The novel is celebrated for its vivid descriptions of the bush and its exploration of the relationship between man and the wild. With a plot that balances lighthearted escapades and more serious observations of the environment, it captures a specific era of Australian identity and outdoor life. Through sharp prose and a fast-paced narrative, Brown offers a snapshot of a world where wit and survival go hand in hand.