The Harp in the South Trilogy PMC

Discover the rich tapestry of Australian literature with 'The Harp in the South Trilogy PMC,' an essential collection featuring Ruth Park's acclaimed novels: Missus, The Harp in the South, and Poor Man's Orange. This beautifully crafted volume offers a glimpse into the lives of the Darcy family, navigating love, hardship, and resilience over three decades in historical Australia. Whether you're revisiting these timeless stories or encountering them for the first time, you'll be captivated by Park's inventive storytelling and vivid character portrayals.

Set against the backdrop of rural Australia and the bustling inner-city life of Surry Hills, this trilogy delves deep into the universal themes of family, loss, and aspiration. Follow the innocent romance of Margaret Kilker and Hugh Darcy as they transition from country life to the vibrant yet challenging streets of Sydney. As their daughters, Roie and Dolour, face their own struggles amidst poverty and societal change, you’ll find humor and heartache intertwined in a way that only Ruth Park can provide.

Perfect for lovers of classic literature and those exploring Australian narratives, The Harp in the South Trilogy PMC is a treasure for your book collection. This B-format paperback, published by Penguin Australia Pty Ltd in 2009, boasts 704 pages of engaging prose that resonates with readers around the world. Plus, enjoy the convenience of FREE shipping on this item. Dive into the heart of Australia’s past today and let Ruth Park’s characters inspire your journey.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143180159
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2009
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 704


Description:
'Ruth Park . . . that steady glow at the heart of Australian literature.' Ruth Cracknell

Three of Ruth Park's best loved books - Missus, The Harp in the South and Poor Man's Orange - are brought together in this volume, tracing the saga of the Darcy family over thirty years. The story has its beginnings in the awkward courtship of dreamily innocent Margaret Kilker and unwilling hero Hugh Darcy in the dusty country towns of rural Australia. After their marriage, the couple moves to Sydney and raises a family amid the brothels, grog shops and run-down boarding houses of inner-city Surry Hills, where money is scarce and life is not easy. Here their daughter Roie grows up all too quickly, while younger daughter Dolour tries to make sense of a world in which loss and love go hand in hand.

Filled with beautifully drawn characters that will make you laugh as much as cry, Ruth Park's Australian classics take you from the barren landscapes of the outback to the colourful slums of Sydney with convincing depth, careful detail and great heart.

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