Description
Discover 'Gould's Book of Fish', a masterpiece by the Man Booker Prize winner 2014, celebrating the art of storytelling and the nature of obsession. This unique novel encapsulates the tale of William Buelow Gould, an intriguing figure in 1828 Australia, whose life intertwined with love, loss, and the haunting beauty of the ocean's creatures. Written with literary brilliance, this compelling narrative immerses you in a historical journey where the protagonist, a convict artist, endeavors to capture the essence of fish in a perilous world. Ideal for fans of historical fiction and those interested in themes of forbidden love and survival, this paperback edition is published in 2023 by Penguin Australia Pty Ltd. Perfect for readers who appreciate literary fiction laced with imaginative storytelling, 'Gould's Book of Fish' is more than just a book; it's an experience. Add this exceptional piece of literature to your collection and explore the depths of human emotion and the intricate relationship between mankind and nature. Order now and dive deep into this unforgettable narrative about art, adversity, and the timeless connection we share with the natural world. Enjoy fast shipping worldwide and a seamless delivery experience.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761048135
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2023
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Description:
'A work of pure brilliance', Seattle Times
From the winner of the Man Booker Prize 2014, his Commonwealth Writers' Prize-winning novel.
Once upon a time that was called 1828, before all fishes in the sea and all living things on the land were destroyed, there was a man named William Buelow Gould, a white convict who fell in love with a black woman and discovered too late that to love is not safe. Silly Billy Gould, invader of Australia, liar, murderer and forger, condemned to the most feared penal colony in the British Empire and there ordered to paint a book of fish.
Once upon a time, there were miracles . . .
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761048135
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2023
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Description:
'A work of pure brilliance', Seattle Times
From the winner of the Man Booker Prize 2014, his Commonwealth Writers' Prize-winning novel.
Once upon a time that was called 1828, before all fishes in the sea and all living things on the land were destroyed, there was a man named William Buelow Gould, a white convict who fell in love with a black woman and discovered too late that to love is not safe. Silly Billy Gould, invader of Australia, liar, murderer and forger, condemned to the most feared penal colony in the British Empire and there ordered to paint a book of fish.
Once upon a time, there were miracles . . .