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Explore the compelling narrative of 'The People's Train,' a historical novel by Thomas Keneally that captures a transformative period in Australian and Russian history. This engaging B-format paperback, published by Random House Australia in 2010, spans 416 pages and immerses you into the life of Artem Samsurov, a dynamic figure with a rich backstory. Following his escape from a Siberian labor camp, Artem's journey to Brisbane reveals the stark contrasts between ideals and reality in a new world. As he confronts the harsh truths of social justice and thinly veiled corruption in 1911 Australia, he encounters a community of Russian émigrés, igniting his passion for revolutionary change. Keneally’s storytelling, recognized since his acclaimed work on 'Schindler's Ark,' expertly intertwines personal relationships with broader sociopolitical issues, making this a thought-provoking read for history enthusiasts and novel lovers alike. Is Artem’s quest for reform affected by the entanglements of love and loyalty? Discover how historical fiction can illuminate the past while resonating with contemporary issues. Dive into 'The People's Train' to witness a riveting portrayal of struggle, hope, and the complex beauty of human relationships. Get your copy of this essential historical fiction today and journey back in time with a tale that is both powerful and relevant to today's society. Fast shipping options are available to ensure your reading journey starts soon!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781741667455
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2010
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 416
Description:
'Thomas Keneally is one of the historical novel's most expert practitioners, and his new book sees him back on the form that produced Schindler's Ark. Giles Foden, Guardian
'Thomas Keneally is one of the historical novel's most expert practitioners, and his new book sees him back on the form that produced Schindler's Ark. Giles Foden, Guardian
Artem Samsurov, a charismatic protege of Lenin and an ardent socialist, reaches sanctuary in Australia after escaping his Siberian labour camp and making a long, perilous journey via Japan. But Brisbane in 1911 turns out not to be quite the workers' paradise he was expecting, or the bickering local Russian emigres a model of brotherhood.
As Artem helps organise a strike and gets dangerously entangled in the death of another exile, he discovers that corruption, repression and injustice are almost as prevalent in Brisbane as at home. Yet he finds fellow spirits in a fiery old suffragette and a distractingly attractive married woman, who undermines his belief that a revolutionary cannot spare the time for relationships. When the revolution dawns and he returns to Russia, will his ideals hold true?
Based on a true story, The People's Train brings the past alive and makes it resonate in the present. With all the empathy and storytelling skills that he brought to bear in Schindler's Ark, Tom Keneally takes us to the heart of the Russian Revolution through the dramatic life of an unknown, inspiring figure. Like Schindler, Samsurov was no saint, but he was an individual who played a vital role in world-changing events.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781741667455
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2010
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 416
Description:
'Thomas Keneally is one of the historical novel's most expert practitioners, and his new book sees him back on the form that produced Schindler's Ark. Giles Foden, Guardian
'Thomas Keneally is one of the historical novel's most expert practitioners, and his new book sees him back on the form that produced Schindler's Ark. Giles Foden, Guardian
Artem Samsurov, a charismatic protege of Lenin and an ardent socialist, reaches sanctuary in Australia after escaping his Siberian labour camp and making a long, perilous journey via Japan. But Brisbane in 1911 turns out not to be quite the workers' paradise he was expecting, or the bickering local Russian emigres a model of brotherhood.
As Artem helps organise a strike and gets dangerously entangled in the death of another exile, he discovers that corruption, repression and injustice are almost as prevalent in Brisbane as at home. Yet he finds fellow spirits in a fiery old suffragette and a distractingly attractive married woman, who undermines his belief that a revolutionary cannot spare the time for relationships. When the revolution dawns and he returns to Russia, will his ideals hold true?
Based on a true story, The People's Train brings the past alive and makes it resonate in the present. With all the empathy and storytelling skills that he brought to bear in Schindler's Ark, Tom Keneally takes us to the heart of the Russian Revolution through the dramatic life of an unknown, inspiring figure. Like Schindler, Samsurov was no saint, but he was an individual who played a vital role in world-changing events.