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Vertigo
Luke and Anna decide on a sea-change. They leave the city, fleeing a past and a future that fill them with fear. On the coast they discover a natural world that is both destructive and rejuvenating. Events sweep them up and they must confront what they have tried to put behind them. Vertigo is a fable of love and awakening.
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Luke and Anna decide on a sea-change. They leave the city, fleeing a past and a future that fill them with fear. On the coast they discover a natural world that is both destructive and rejuvenating. Events sweep them up and they must confront what they have tried to put behind them.
Vertigo is a fable of love and awakening, a bush pastoral about the unexpected way emotions can return and life can change. Vertigo is an enthralling short novel by one of Australia's leading writers.
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Vertigo by Amanda Lohrey is generally praised for its evocative depiction of rural life and exploration of themes like isolation and renewal. Reviewers often highlight the lyrical prose and the vivid, atmospheric setting, which immerse readers in the story. The nuanced portrayal of the characters and their internal struggles receives appreciation, alongside the book’s ability to resonate with readers on personal and emotional levels.
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ISBN: 9781863954303
Publisher: Black Inc.
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 May 2009
Country: Australia
Imprint: Black Inc.
Audience: General / adult
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Spine width: 12.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 150g
Pages: 154
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About the Author
Amanda Lohrey is the author of The Philosopher's Doll and the award-winning Camille's Bread. She has published many essays on Australian political life, including the acclaimed Quarterly Essay 8, Groundswell- The Rise of the Greens, as well as two political novels, The Morality of Gentlemen and The Reading Group.
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