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Discover the captivating novel from Nicole Alexander, celebrated as 'the heart of Australian storytelling.' This epic saga takes readers on an unforgettable journey, weaving through the American Wild West and the rugged landscapes of outback Queensland. Titled 'The Great Plains', this B-format paperback, published by Random House Australia in 2015, spans 528 pages of emotional depth and intricate family dynamics. Set in Dallas in 1886, the Wade family thrives with a successful newspaper and retail empire in Texas, all while their history looms ominously. The brutal past that resulted in the slaughter of Joseph Wade and the abduction of his daughter, Philomena, by Apache Indians triggers a narrative rich with suspense and longing. Aloysius Wade, convinced of Philomena's eventual return, embarks on a quest sparked by the capture of Geronimo and the discovery of a mysterious white woman. However, the journey uncovers generations of obsession and tragedy intertwined with the experiences of mixed-blood Wade women, including the brave Philomena, her feisty granddaughter Serena, and her rebellious great-granddaughter Abelena. 'The Great Plains' is not just a tale of resilience; it delves deep into themes of love, loss, and the quest for freedom. Order your copy today to experience a literary adventure that transcends time and borders, where every page resonates with Alexander's profound love for the land. Fast delivery is available, ensuring you can immerse yourself in this remarkable story without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742759869
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 528
Description:
Nicole Alexander, the 'heart of Australian storytelling', takes us on a captivating journey from the American Wild West to the wilds of outback Queensland, from the Civil War to the Great Depression, in an epic novel tracing one powerful but divided family.
Nicole Alexander, the 'heart of Australian storytelling', takes us on a captivating journey from the American Wild West to the wilds of outback Queensland, from the Civil War to the Great Depression, in an epic novel tracing one powerful but divided family.
It is Dallas 1886, and the Wade Family is going from strength to strength- from a thriving newspaper and retail business in Texas to a sprawling sheep station half a world away in Queensland.
Yet money and power cannot compensate for the tragedy that struck twenty-three years ago, when Joseph Wade was slaughtered and his seven-year-old daughter Philomena abducted by Apache Indians.
Only her uncle, Aloysius, remains convinced that one day Philomena will return. So when news reaches him that the legendary Geronimo has been captured, and a beautiful white woman discovered with him, he believes his prayers have been answered.
Little does he know that the seeds of disaster have just been sown.
Over the coming years three generations of Wade men will succumb to an obsession with three generations of mixed-blood Wade women- the courageous Philomena, her hot-headed granddaughter Serena, and her gutsy great-granddaughter Abelena - a young woman destined for freedom in a distant red land. But at what price . . . ?
'Alexander writes with a deep love of the land' <
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742759869
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 528
Description:
Nicole Alexander, the 'heart of Australian storytelling', takes us on a captivating journey from the American Wild West to the wilds of outback Queensland, from the Civil War to the Great Depression, in an epic novel tracing one powerful but divided family.
Nicole Alexander, the 'heart of Australian storytelling', takes us on a captivating journey from the American Wild West to the wilds of outback Queensland, from the Civil War to the Great Depression, in an epic novel tracing one powerful but divided family.
It is Dallas 1886, and the Wade Family is going from strength to strength- from a thriving newspaper and retail business in Texas to a sprawling sheep station half a world away in Queensland.
Yet money and power cannot compensate for the tragedy that struck twenty-three years ago, when Joseph Wade was slaughtered and his seven-year-old daughter Philomena abducted by Apache Indians.
Only her uncle, Aloysius, remains convinced that one day Philomena will return. So when news reaches him that the legendary Geronimo has been captured, and a beautiful white woman discovered with him, he believes his prayers have been answered.
Little does he know that the seeds of disaster have just been sown.
Over the coming years three generations of Wade men will succumb to an obsession with three generations of mixed-blood Wade women- the courageous Philomena, her hot-headed granddaughter Serena, and her gutsy great-granddaughter Abelena - a young woman destined for freedom in a distant red land. But at what price . . . ?
'Alexander writes with a deep love of the land' <