Matthew Flinders' Cat (SIGNED)
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: 1st ed., 1st pr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Signed
This novel, Matthew Flinders' Cat, presents a captivating narrative that bridges centuries, intertwining the poignant journey of a contemporary boy with the historical expeditions of a renowned explorer. The story chronicles young Billy's challenging life in modern Sydney, where he discovers an extraordinary bond with a stray cat he names after the legendary navigator. Through this unique connection, the book illustrates themes of resilience, imagination, and the enduring power of companionship. Courtenay masterfully constructs a tale that is both deeply moving and historically resonant, offering readers an insightful look into the human spirit's capacity for hope amidst adversity. It argues for the profound impact of unexpected friendships and the ways history can echo through individual lives.
Author: Bryce Courtenay
Format: Hardback
Published: 2002, Viking, an imprint of Penguin Books
Edition: 1st ed., 1st pr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Signed
This novel, Matthew Flinders' Cat, presents a captivating narrative that bridges centuries, intertwining the poignant journey of a contemporary boy with the historical expeditions of a renowned explorer. The story chronicles young Billy's challenging life in modern Sydney, where he discovers an extraordinary bond with a stray cat he names after the legendary navigator. Through this unique connection, the book illustrates themes of resilience, imagination, and the enduring power of companionship. Courtenay masterfully constructs a tale that is both deeply moving and historically resonant, offering readers an insightful look into the human spirit's capacity for hope amidst adversity. It argues for the profound impact of unexpected friendships and the ways history can echo through individual lives.