The Harp in the South Trilogy PMC

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The Harp in the South Trilogy by Ruth Park is a poignant exploration of a working-class Irish Catholic family navigating life in the slums of Sydney around the mid-20th century. The narrative delves into the family's daily struggles and small triumphs, capturing the essence of community and resilience amidst poverty and change. The series chronicles their loves, losses, and enduring spirit, offering a vivid and compassionate portrayal of urban life in a rapidly evolving society.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to vivid portrayals of family life and community dynamics in Sydney's slums during the mid-20th century. Its evocative storytelling and rich characters bring to life the struggles and resilience of ordinary people, making it a compelling read for those interested in historical fiction with a deep emotional core.

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The Harp in the South Trilogy PMC

The gritty realism of family life lived in the poverty-stricken slum of inner Sydney's Surry Hills during the 1940s. Also includes Missus and Poor man's orange.

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The gritty realism of family life lived in the poverty-stricken slum of inner Sydney's Surry Hills during the 1940s.

Also includes Missus and Poor Man's Orange.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143180159

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 March 2009

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 46.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 470g

Pages: 704

About the Author

Born in New Zealand, Ruth Park moved to Australia in 1942 to continue her career as a journalist. She has written over fifty books, and her many awards include the prestigious Miles Franklin Award for Swords and Crowns and Rings; the Australian Children's Book of the Year Award and The Boston Globe-Horn Book Award (USA) for Playing Beatie Bow and the Age Book of the Year award for A Fence Around the Cuckoo. She was made a Member of the Order of Australia in 1987 and in 1994 was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters from the University of New South Wales. Ruth Park lives in Sydney.

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