Description
Discover the hauntingly beautiful debut novel, The Hunter, by Julia Leigh, a gripping tale that navigates obsession, myth, and the allure of the unknown. Set in a remote wilderness, this book follows an unnamed man on his solitary quest to find the elusive and legendary last thylacine, also known as the Tasmanian tiger. Delve into a world of silence and desolation where every turning page reveals intricately woven themes of loss and fate. Published by Penguin Australia Pty Ltd in 2011, this B-format paperback features 192 pages of exquisite storytelling that will captivate both casual readers and devoted literature enthusiasts alike.
Critics and readers alike have praised Julia Leigh’s unparalleled craftsmanship in storytelling. Experience her evocative writing, as noted by the Guardian, which called her mastery of time and place 'stunning.' The Australian's Review of Books remarked, 'I was hooked from the first page,' while Frank Moorhouse commended her 'voice of great purity and strength.' Join the ranks of readers who have been enchanted by this compelling narrative, where the line between reality and myth blurs.
Choose The Hunter for profound insights into obsession and the human spirit, and enjoy swift delivery to your doorstep. With its engaging prose and deeply resonant themes, this novel is a must-have addition to your reading collection.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143565215
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2011
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 192
Description:
Uncompromising and compelling, Julia Leigh's stunning first novel does not give up any of its secrets easily. The Hunter is a haunting tale of obsession that builds to an unforgettable conclusion.
Somewhere, he thinks, cherishing his last thought before sleep, somewhere, out there, the last tiger stands with her back to the rising wind and slowly shakes herself awake.
An unnamed man arrives at a remote house on the fringe of a vast wilderness and soon disappears into a world of silence and stillness. His one mission- to find the last thylacine, the fabled Tasmanian tiger. She is said to have passed into myth but a sighting has been reported . . .
Uncompromising and compelling, Julia Leigh's stunning first novel is a haunting tale of obsession that builds to an unforgettable conclusion.
'Leigh has completely mastered the craft of storytelling, and her evocation of place and time is stunning.' Guardian
'I was hooked from the first page.' Australian's Review of Books
'Julia Leigh has emerged with a writing voice of great purity and strength . . . her talent burns bright.' Frank Moorhouse
Critics and readers alike have praised Julia Leigh’s unparalleled craftsmanship in storytelling. Experience her evocative writing, as noted by the Guardian, which called her mastery of time and place 'stunning.' The Australian's Review of Books remarked, 'I was hooked from the first page,' while Frank Moorhouse commended her 'voice of great purity and strength.' Join the ranks of readers who have been enchanted by this compelling narrative, where the line between reality and myth blurs.
Choose The Hunter for profound insights into obsession and the human spirit, and enjoy swift delivery to your doorstep. With its engaging prose and deeply resonant themes, this novel is a must-have addition to your reading collection.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143565215
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2011
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 192
Description:
Uncompromising and compelling, Julia Leigh's stunning first novel does not give up any of its secrets easily. The Hunter is a haunting tale of obsession that builds to an unforgettable conclusion.
Somewhere, he thinks, cherishing his last thought before sleep, somewhere, out there, the last tiger stands with her back to the rising wind and slowly shakes herself awake.
An unnamed man arrives at a remote house on the fringe of a vast wilderness and soon disappears into a world of silence and stillness. His one mission- to find the last thylacine, the fabled Tasmanian tiger. She is said to have passed into myth but a sighting has been reported . . .
Uncompromising and compelling, Julia Leigh's stunning first novel is a haunting tale of obsession that builds to an unforgettable conclusion.
'Leigh has completely mastered the craft of storytelling, and her evocation of place and time is stunning.' Guardian
'I was hooked from the first page.' Australian's Review of Books
'Julia Leigh has emerged with a writing voice of great purity and strength . . . her talent burns bright.' Frank Moorhouse