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Ghost River
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'You find yourself down at the bottom of the river, for some it's time to give into her. But other times, young fellas like you two, you got to fight your way back. Show the river you got courage and is ready to live.'
The river is a place of history and secrets. For Ren and Sonny, two unlikely friends, it's a place of freedom and adventure. For a group of storytelling vagrants, it's a refuge. And for the isolated daughter of a cult reverend, it's an escape. Each time they visit, another secret slips into its ancient waters. But change and trouble are coming—to the river and to the lives of those who love it. Who will have the courage to fight and survive and what will be the cost?
Ghost River explores these themes with richness and depth.
Praise for Tony Birch:
'Throughout The Promise there's the sense of a writer who has landed in the sweet spot of his gift.' – Weekend Australian
'Blood is a humanist masterpiece that has been worth the wait.' – Australian Book Review
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Ghost River by Tony Birch is a compelling tale that explores themes of friendship, childhood resilience, and the impact of urbanisation on traditional landscapes. The novel is praised for its vivid depiction of the Yarra River's rich history and its unflinching portrayal of social challenges faced by the characters. Birch’s narrative is noted for its heartwarming and humane portrayal of characters caught in the throes of change, underlining a deep sense of place and history intertwined with the present.
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ISBN: 9780702253775
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 23 September 2015
Country: Australia
Imprint: University of Queensland Press
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 153.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 408g
Pages: 304
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