The Landscape of Desire

Discover 'The Landscape of Desire', a captivating trade paperback novel that transports you to the heart of historical Australia. Set in the aftermath of the legendary Burke and Wills expedition, this stunning debut by a talented author re-imagines the trials and tribulations of its players. Journey alongside a search party racing against time to rescue the missing explorers and two men lost in the Australian outback, each facing their own incredible challenges. One struggles toward safety while the other finds an unlikely ally in an Aboriginal tribe, illustrating themes of survival and human connection. Meanwhile, a glamorous actress in Melbourne yearns for the missing explorers, her longing intricately tied to personal secrets that unfold throughout the narrative. With its mesmerizing prose and rich character development, 'The Landscape of Desire' intertwines elements of love, identity, desire, and mortality, akin to classics like 'Heart of Darkness' and 'The English Patient'. This 256-page masterpiece, published by Scribe Publications in 2008, is perfect for readers who appreciate historical fiction, Australian literature, and compelling storytelling. Order now from Smartfox NZ and enjoy FREE shipping on this exquisite read that unveils the complexities of life and the landscapes of the human heart.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781921215681
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2008
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 256


Description:
Several months have passed since the expedition of Burke and Wills disappeared into the desert - their whereabouts remain a mystery.Now, a search party has assembled to rescue them. Meanwhile, two other men are wandering lost in the outback- one on the verge of reaching safety; the other, broken and trapped at the heart of the continent with an Aboriginal tribe as his only hope of survival.Back in the city an actress, star of the stage in Melbourne and Sydney, longs for the return of Burke and Wills for personal reasons that will only gradually become apparent.Set in rapidly changing yet still unknown Australia and loosely based on the ill-fated Burke and Wills Expedition, The Landscape of Desire is a stunning debut novel that re-imagines the lives of the key players in this historic event and weaves them into a narrative that spans continents and decades. Written in mesmerizing prose, with echoes of Heart of Darkness and The English Patient, The Landscape of Desire slowly reveals its own secrets about love and identity, desire and death.

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