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The Lost Child
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Discover 'The Lost Child', a beautifully crafted novel set in the 1950s, exploring the complexities of childhood and family. Longlisted for the prestigious 2015 Miles Franklin Literary Award, this captivating tale is penned by an author who brings to life the essence of small-town Australia. Experience the nostalgia of Burley Point, a charming fishing village, through the eyes of five-year-old Sylvie as she navigates a world filled with secrets, family dynamics, and the wild beauty of the southern coast. This 304-page trade paperback edition, published by The Text Publishing Company, immerses you in a rich narrative reminiscent of the works of Anne Tyler and Eudora Welty. Sylvie’s journey grapples with loss and identity, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in poignant family stories. Get your copy today and enjoy free shipping with your order. Perfect for book clubs or a personal collection, 'The Lost Child' is sure to spark reflections about childhood and resilience. Order now from Smartfox NZ, your go-to destination for contemporary literature and book discoveries!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922147783
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2014
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 304
Description:
Longlisted for the 2015 Miles Franklin Literary Award
From the headland, we look across to the lighthouse on Seal Island where Mr Hammett has to take the gas bottle to keep the light flashing at night. Aunt Cele says there is no land between us and the bottom of the world where everything is white ice and there are penguins as big as men, but I know this already because Dunc has told me.
Sylvie is five. It's the 1950s and she lives in Burley Point, a fishing village south of the Coorong on Australia's wild southern coast. She worships her older brother Dunc. She tries to make sense of her brooding mother, and her moody father who abandons the family to visit The Trollop, Layle Lewis, who lives across the lagoon.
It's hard to keep secrets in a small town, but when Dunc goes missing, Sylvie is terrified that she is the cause. Now her father is angry all the time; her mother won't leave the house or stop cleaning. The bush and the birds and the endless beach are Sylvie's only salvation, apart from her teacher, Miss Taylor.
In the tradition of the novels of Anne Tyler and Eudora Welty, The Lost Child is a beautifully written story about family and identity and growing up. Sylvie is a charming narrator with a big heart and a sharp eye for the comic moment. As the years go by she learns how tiny events can changes entire lives, and how leaving might be the only solution when the the world will never be the same again.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922147783
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2014
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 304
Description:
Longlisted for the 2015 Miles Franklin Literary Award
From the headland, we look across to the lighthouse on Seal Island where Mr Hammett has to take the gas bottle to keep the light flashing at night. Aunt Cele says there is no land between us and the bottom of the world where everything is white ice and there are penguins as big as men, but I know this already because Dunc has told me.
Sylvie is five. It's the 1950s and she lives in Burley Point, a fishing village south of the Coorong on Australia's wild southern coast. She worships her older brother Dunc. She tries to make sense of her brooding mother, and her moody father who abandons the family to visit The Trollop, Layle Lewis, who lives across the lagoon.
It's hard to keep secrets in a small town, but when Dunc goes missing, Sylvie is terrified that she is the cause. Now her father is angry all the time; her mother won't leave the house or stop cleaning. The bush and the birds and the endless beach are Sylvie's only salvation, apart from her teacher, Miss Taylor.
In the tradition of the novels of Anne Tyler and Eudora Welty, The Lost Child is a beautifully written story about family and identity and growing up. Sylvie is a charming narrator with a big heart and a sharp eye for the comic moment. As the years go by she learns how tiny events can changes entire lives, and how leaving might be the only solution when the the world will never be the same again.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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