Ulysses' Father
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: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Jacket exhibits wear at folds, with specific insect damage to the back flap fold.
Written in the final year of his life, Ulysses’ Father is a deeply moving and intellectually playful work by the renowned University of Melbourne mathematician Felix Behrend. Originally conceived as a series of bedtime conversations, this collection transcends the typical narrative, offering readers a rare and intimate glimpse into the mind of a brilliant scholar as he navigates the complexities of existence, science, and the bonds of family. Through these whimsical, dialogue-driven vignettes, Behrend bridges the gap between the rigorous precision of mathematics and the soft, sprawling uncertainties of human life. It is a work of quiet profoundness—a testament to a life well-lived and a legacy of intellectual curiosity that stretches far beyond the classroom. Accented with charming illustrations by Anne Graham, this 1962 first edition from F.W. Cheshire is a true rarity of mid-century Australian publishing. Perfect for collectors of Australian literary history, admirers of the academic essay, or anyone who treasures books that celebrate the curiosity of the human spirit. A poignant, thought-provoking, and essential addition to the discerning collector’s shelf.
Author: Felix Behrend
Format: Hardback
Published: 1962, F. W. Cheshire
Genre: Historical fiction
Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Jacket exhibits wear at folds, with specific insect damage to the back flap fold.
Written in the final year of his life, Ulysses’ Father is a deeply moving and intellectually playful work by the renowned University of Melbourne mathematician Felix Behrend. Originally conceived as a series of bedtime conversations, this collection transcends the typical narrative, offering readers a rare and intimate glimpse into the mind of a brilliant scholar as he navigates the complexities of existence, science, and the bonds of family. Through these whimsical, dialogue-driven vignettes, Behrend bridges the gap between the rigorous precision of mathematics and the soft, sprawling uncertainties of human life. It is a work of quiet profoundness—a testament to a life well-lived and a legacy of intellectual curiosity that stretches far beyond the classroom. Accented with charming illustrations by Anne Graham, this 1962 first edition from F.W. Cheshire is a true rarity of mid-century Australian publishing. Perfect for collectors of Australian literary history, admirers of the academic essay, or anyone who treasures books that celebrate the curiosity of the human spirit. A poignant, thought-provoking, and essential addition to the discerning collector’s shelf.