The Boat

Discover the gripping narrative of 'The Boat' by Nam Le, a literary masterpiece that elevates Australian writing to new heights. This B-format paperback, published by Penguin Australia in 2009, spans 336 captivating pages that explore themes of identity, belonging, and the human experience through a series of poignant short stories. Dive into a world where a child assassin navigates the treacherous waters of Colombia, and an ageing artist confronts his past in New York. Experience the coming-of-age tale set in a rugged Victorian fishing town before the chilling backdrop of Hiroshima. Each story is intricately crafted, showcasing Nam Le's ability to blend heartfelt moments with profound reflections on culture and conflict, making it a must-have for both literature enthusiasts and casual readers alike. This astonishing collection has garnered accolades from literary giants, and it’s celebrated as 'the fiction debut of the year.' With themes that resonate across continents, 'The Boat' is more than just a book; it's a journey that will leave you breathless. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order, although combined shipping is not available. Please allow up to 10 days for delivery as you embark on this literary adventure with Nam Le's stunning debut.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143009610
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2009
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 336


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'The Boat raises the bar for Australian writing.' Peter Craven, Heat

'Nam Le is . . . a disturber of the peace.

'Consider the subjects of his stories- a child assassin in Colombia ('Cartagena'), an ageing New York artist desperate for a reconciliation with his daughter ('Meeting Elise'), a boy's coming of age in a rough Victorian fishing town ('Halflead Bay'), before the first atomic bomb falls in Japan ('Hiroshima'), The suffocations of theocracy in Iran ('Tehran Calling'). This astonishing range is topped and tailed by accounts of the uneasy reunion of a young Vietnamese writer in America with his ex-soldier father, and by the title story - the escape of a group of exhausted refugees from the Vietcong in a wallowing boat.

'One might be permitted to think, after all this high seriousness and intensity, Nam Le can't do funny. But this criminally talented 29-year-old can do that as well.' Barry Oakley, Australian Literary Review

'Stunning'
The Times

'A fearless new Australian voice that accepts no geographical limits- these are stories of leaping power and the most breath-taking grace and intimacy.' Helen Garner

'Wonderful stories that snarl and pant across our crazed world . . . an extraordinary performance. Nam Le is a heartbreaker, not easily forgotten.' Junot Diaz

'The fiction debut of the year.' James Ley, Australian Book Review

'The best book debut of 2008.' New York Magazine

'The runaway literary success of 2008.' Weekend Australian

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