Shadowboxing

Discover Shadowboxing, a compelling collection of ten interconnected stories that vividly depict the life of a young boy growing up in Fitzroy, Melbourne, during the transformative 1960s. This beautifully written time capsule offers insights into a world marked by decay, social upheaval, and personal struggle, as seen through the unfiltered lenses of youthful innocence. Within its pages, readers will find Michael’s family, led by a resilient mother, navigating the challenges posed by his father's alcoholism and the harsh realities of urban renewal. Shadowboxing masterfully blends the themes of love, family, violence, and tragedy, showcasing how childhood experiences shape our adult selves. Each narrative dives deep into the complexities of working-class life in inner-city Australia while evoking emotions through its spare yet powerful prose. Ideal for readers who appreciate moving stories of resilience and emotional depth, Shadowboxing not only chronicles loss and permanence but also embodies the essence of forgiveness. This gripping debut portrays the delicate balance of power and vulnerability, making it a must-read for those interested in contemporary Australian literature. With 192 pages of rich storytelling, this B-format paperback is perfect for your collection. Enjoy free shipping on this beautifully crafted book, shipped promptly to your door. Limited combined shipping options are available, so make sure to order today for an insightful exploration of childhood and growing up in a complex world.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781921640155
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2009
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 192


Description:
Shadowboxing is a collection of ten linked stories in the life of a boy growing up in the inner-Melbourne suburb of Fitzroy in the 1960s. A beautifully rendered time capsule, it captures a period of decay, turmoil and change through innocent, unblinking eyes.
Michael's family, led by his long-suffering mother, live as though under siege, surviving his father's drinking and rage as well as the forces of 'urban renewal'. Their neighbourhood is a world of simple pleasures as well as random brutality; of family life and love as well as violence and tragedy. As Michael experiences all this with a combination of wonder and fear, he matures into a sensitive adult who can forgive but never forget.
Shadowboxing is a riveting story of loss and permanence, power and weakness, stoicism and resistance.
In the tradition of John Morrison, it captures the essence of working-class life in inner-city Australia. Written in a spare, understated style that carries a surprisingly powerful emotional impact, Shadowboxing is a brilliant debut.



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