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All the Rivers Run

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All the Rivers Run by Nancy Cato is a sweeping tale set in 19th century Australia. The story follows a young woman named Delie who is shipwrecked and comes of age against the backdrop of the Murray River. As she navigates personal challenges and societal expectations, the novel delves into themes of love, independence, and the human spirit's connection to nature.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for epic narratives set in the vibrant landscapes of Australia. It weaves a compelling story about love, adventure, and the pioneering spirit along the country's iconic rivers. If you're drawn to detailed character development and vivid historical settings, this novel is likely to appeal to your literary tastes.

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All the Rivers Run

Beautifully set, brilliantly realised, this acclaimed novel from the golden age of epic storytelling is now repackaged as a Hodder 'Great Read'

Beautifully set, brilliantly realised, this acclaimed novel from the golden age of epic storytelling is now repackaged as a Hodder 'Great Read'

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All the Rivers Run by Nancy Cato is a captivating tale of adventure and discovery.

Philadelphia Gordon is an artist, a riverboat skipper, and a beautiful, independent woman. Orphaned by a shipwreck, Philadelphia grows up on the banks of her beloved Murray River in Australia with her kindly uncle and strict aunt, seemingly destined for a conventional life.

But then tragedy changes everything, leading her to a successful career as a painter, and eventually to a meeting with the dashing captain of the paddle-steamer which bears her name.

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All the Rivers Run is praised for its vivid portrayal of the Australian setting and strong characterisation. Critics have compared its detailed writing and thematic depth to that of The Thorn Birds. The story's grand scale and the adventurous life of its heroine, a riverboat skipper, add to its appeal.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780340938355

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 June 2007

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 462g

Pages: 640

About the Author

Nancy Cato spent her working life in the literary field -- as a poet, novelist and reporter on an Adelaide daily paper. In 1984 she was made a member of the Order of Australia. She died in 2000.

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