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The Ash Burner

By Kári Gíslason
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The Ash Burner by Kári Gíslason is a reflective novel that follows a young boy named Ted as he grows up in a coastal Australian town. Through Ted's eyes, the narrative explores themes of friendship, family, and the complexities of personal identity. The story elegantly weaves past and present, examining how formative experiences shape one's journey into adulthood.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories about personal introspection set against a vividly drawn Australian landscape. It weaves themes of memory, belonging, and the reshaping of one's identity through past choices, offering a rich tapestry of emotions and beautifully crafted prose.

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Growing up with his father in a small coastal town, all Ted knows about his mother is that she died when he was a boy. His father has brought them halfway across the world to start anew, but her absence defines and haunts their lives.

When Ted meets Anthony and Claire, an intense friendship begins, carrying them to Sydney and university. They introduce him to poetry and art, and he feels a sense of belonging at last. But as the trio's friendship deepens over the years, Ted must learn to negotiate the boundaries of love, and come to terms with a legacy of secrets and silence.

Written with extraordinary grace and sensitivity, The Ash Burner explores beauty and desire, grief and loss, and the search for one's true self.

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The Ash Burner by Kári Gíslason is a compelling narrative blending themes of identity and belonging, set against the vivid Australian landscape. Readers praise its evocative storytelling and incisive character studies, highlighting the author's ability to weave past and present seamlessly. The book's exploration of familial relationships and personal history resonates deeply with audiences, garnering appreciation for its emotional depth and lyrical prose.

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ISBN: 9780702253423

Publisher: University of Queensland Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 February 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: University of Queensland Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 322g

Pages: 240

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