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Johnno

from the award-winning author of Remembering Babylon, Ransom and An Imaginary Life
By David Malouf
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Johnno by David Malouf is a reflective, semi-autobiographical novel that captures the complexities of friendship in post-war Brisbane. The story follows the narrator's relationship with the enigmatic and adventurous Johnno, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the passage of time. Set against the backdrop of Australia’s evolving society, it delves into the contrasting paths each character takes in a journey of self-discovery.
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If you enjoy tales of friendship and introspection set against the backdrop of a changing world, this book may appeal to you. With its vivid portrayal of Brisbane and themes of memory and identity, you'll be drawn into a narrative reflecting on the complexities of growing up and the impact of time on relationships.

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Johnno

Semi-autobiographical, the novel perfectly captures the ragged modernisation of Brisbane and the sense of a generation locked in combat with the elusive Australian Dream.

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Johnno is a typical Australian who refuses to be typical. Seen through the eyes of the narrator, he is a figure of legendary proportions. His disorderly presence can disturb the staleness of gothic Brisbane or destroy the tranquillity of a Greek landscape. But what is the truth about Johnno?

Semi-autobiographical, the novel perfectly captures the ragged modernisation of Brisbane and the sense of a generation locked in combat with the elusive Australian Dream.

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Johnno by David Malouf is celebrated for its evocative portrayal of post-war Brisbane and its incisive exploration of friendship and identity. Critics often commend the book's lyrical prose and its ability to capture the nuances of nostalgia and personal growth. It is praised for its engaging storytelling and rich character development, making it a poignant reflection on the passage of time and the complexities of human relationships.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143180142

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2008

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 184g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

David Malouf is the internationally acclaimed author of novels including The Great World (winner of the Commonwealth Writers' prize and the Prix Femina Etranger), Remembering Babylon (shortlisted for the Booker Prize and winner of the IMPAC Dublin Literary Award), An Imaginary Life, Conversations at Curlow Creek, Dream Stuff ('These stories are pearls' Spectator), Every Move You Make ('Rare and luminous talent' Guardian), his autobiographical classic 12 Edmondstone Street and Ransom. His Collected Stories won the 2008 Australia-Asia Literary Award. In 2008 Malouf was the Scottish Arts' Council Muriel Spark International Fellow. He was born in 1934 and was brought up in Brisbane.

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