Description
Discover the rich tapestry of human relationships in 'The Everlasting Secret Family', a captivating collection of stories by renowned author Frank Moorhouse. Each tale, complete in itself, assembles a vivid atmosphere filled with layers of intrigue, hidden connections, and the complexity of communication. Dive deep into the narratives where misunderstandings often reveal more than intended, as characters like Backhouse and Irving navigate their intertwined fates. Reflecting on the nature of identity, belonging, and secrecy, these poignant stories explore themes of brotherhood, cultural assimilation, and the burdens of unshared truths.
Originally published almost three decades ago, these thought-provoking tales remain relevant, resonating with readers eager to explore the complexities of life and relationships. Perfect for literature enthusiasts or anyone seeking engaging stories that challenge perceptions. With its powerful prose and profound insights, 'The Everlasting Secret Family' is a must-have for your bookshelf.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781740511360
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Delivery Information: Enjoy swift shipping and secure delivery to your door. Satisfaction guaranteed with every order!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781740511360
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Description:
'Sometimes the way they misunderstood each other was more interesting than what they'd meant to say.'
'Sometimes the way they misunderstood each other was more interesting than what they'd meant to say.'
'Sometimes they completed each other's sentences or said the second sentence of the other's conversation. Sometimes Backhouse completed Irving's sentences in a much better way, although sometimes along altogether different lines of meaning. But he usually let it go and went with the new meaning contributed by Backhouse, wherever it went. Sometimes the way they misunderstood each other was more interesting than what they'd meant to say.'
Within Frank Moorhouse's four stories in The Everlasting Secret Family, each complete in itself but together creating a reverberating atmosphere and the suggestion of unrevealed connections, there are all manner of intriguing secrets. The stories abound with secret brotherhood, with foreigners defying all attempts at assimilation, with strangers whose only real identification marks are the secrets they carry.
And they're still as shocking and thought-provoking today as they were when they were first published nearly thirty years ago.
Originally published almost three decades ago, these thought-provoking tales remain relevant, resonating with readers eager to explore the complexities of life and relationships. Perfect for literature enthusiasts or anyone seeking engaging stories that challenge perceptions. With its powerful prose and profound insights, 'The Everlasting Secret Family' is a must-have for your bookshelf.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781740511360
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Delivery Information: Enjoy swift shipping and secure delivery to your door. Satisfaction guaranteed with every order!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781740511360
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Description:
'Sometimes the way they misunderstood each other was more interesting than what they'd meant to say.'
'Sometimes the way they misunderstood each other was more interesting than what they'd meant to say.'
'Sometimes they completed each other's sentences or said the second sentence of the other's conversation. Sometimes Backhouse completed Irving's sentences in a much better way, although sometimes along altogether different lines of meaning. But he usually let it go and went with the new meaning contributed by Backhouse, wherever it went. Sometimes the way they misunderstood each other was more interesting than what they'd meant to say.'
Within Frank Moorhouse's four stories in The Everlasting Secret Family, each complete in itself but together creating a reverberating atmosphere and the suggestion of unrevealed connections, there are all manner of intriguing secrets. The stories abound with secret brotherhood, with foreigners defying all attempts at assimilation, with strangers whose only real identification marks are the secrets they carry.
And they're still as shocking and thought-provoking today as they were when they were first published nearly thirty years ago.