Red Rover All Over: An Autobiographical Collection 1952-1986
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Book: Good
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Pages: Good
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A celebrated work of Australian fiction, Red Rover All Over presents a vivid and compassionate portrait of life on the margins of mid-twentieth-century Australian society, rendered with the sharp observational wit and warmth that defined T.A.G. Hungerford's literary voice. The collection chronicles the lives of ordinary Australians — soldiers, workers, and wanderers — caught in moments of quiet struggle, resilience, and unexpected humanity. Hungerford illustrates the social textures of his era with an unflinching yet empathetic eye, drawing on his own experiences to ground each story in an authenticity that resonates deeply. The prose is direct and unadorned, carrying a distinctly Australian cadence that brings its characters and landscapes to life with remarkable clarity. Readers who appreciate character-driven short fiction rooted in a strong sense of place and time will find this collection both moving and enduring.
Author: T.A.G. Hungerford
Format: Paperback
Published: 1986, Fremantle Arts Centre Press
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A celebrated work of Australian fiction, Red Rover All Over presents a vivid and compassionate portrait of life on the margins of mid-twentieth-century Australian society, rendered with the sharp observational wit and warmth that defined T.A.G. Hungerford's literary voice. The collection chronicles the lives of ordinary Australians — soldiers, workers, and wanderers — caught in moments of quiet struggle, resilience, and unexpected humanity. Hungerford illustrates the social textures of his era with an unflinching yet empathetic eye, drawing on his own experiences to ground each story in an authenticity that resonates deeply. The prose is direct and unadorned, carrying a distinctly Australian cadence that brings its characters and landscapes to life with remarkable clarity. Readers who appreciate character-driven short fiction rooted in a strong sense of place and time will find this collection both moving and enduring.