To the Islands: Text Classics

Discover a profound journey through Australia's rich literary landscape with 'To the Islands: Text Classics'—a compelling exploration of guilt, loneliness, and redemption by acclaimed author, Randolph Stow. This B-format paperback, published by The Text Publishing Company in 2015, offers a gripping narrative that follows Anglican minister Stephen Heriot as he grapples with his past and seeks solace in the desolate Australian outback. As he wanders the red sands, Heriot confronts haunting questions about the value of his life's work and the lingering shadows of history's injustices. Stow's poetic mastery shines throughout, making 'To the Islands' not just a novel, but an experience that resonates deeply in today's world. This masterpiece won the prestigious Miles Franklin Literary Award and the ALS Gold Medal, solidifying its place as a cornerstone of Australian literature. Perfect for lovers of literary fiction and those interested in thought-provoking narratives, 'To the Islands' is essential reading. It's more than a book; it's an invitation to reflect on profound themes of connection and the human condition. Shop now at Smartfox NZ for this brand new edition, and enjoy FREE shipping! Please note that this item does not support combined shipping with other products.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925240290
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 256


Description:
Exhausted and losing faith, Anglican minister Stephen Heriot abandons his mission in Australia's northwest. Wracked with guilt for his past transgressions, Heriot flees to the vast emptiness of the outback, searching for the islands of the Aboriginal dead. In the soul country of the desert he begins to reflect- was his life's work worthwhile? Are history's crimes also our own? Can any connection to be found in the unrelenting isolation of the land? A Lear-like tale of madness and destruction, To the Islands was heralded for its poetic mastery upon its publication, when Stow was only twenty-two. It went on to win the Miles Franklin Literary Award and the ALS Gold Medal. Stow substantially revised the novel for its republication in 1982. 'To the Islands is a deeply moving and compassionate novel whose message and wisdom is still important today, which is why it deserves to be recognised as an important work of Australian literature.' theconversation.com 'To the Islands is a masterpiece.' ANZ LitLovers

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