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Inland

By Gerald Murnane
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Inland by Gerald Murnane is an intriguing exploration of inner landscapes and memories. The narrative follows a seemingly solitary narrator as he reflects on his life and experiences, weaving a complex tapestry of thoughts and emotions. Through vivid imaginings and a richly detailed inner world, the story delves into themes of identity, perception, and the nature of storytelling itself.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring intricate landscapes of memory and imagination, as it delves into themes of longing and the elusive nature of reality. It offers a unique narrative style and profound introspection that could captivate those who appreciate literary fiction with depth and complexity.

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With Giramondo's publication of Barley Patch and A History of Books, Gerald Murnane has attracted renewed interest as a brilliant writer and Nobel Prize contender. First published 25 years ago, Inland is one of Murnane's most complex and rewarding works, a study of guilt, longing and regret rich in metaphysical insights.

From his native district in the Melbourne suburb of Pascoe Vale, Murnane's narrator imagines another world, in Szolnok county Hungary, and within that world another, in Ideal South Dakota, each haunted by the betrayal of a young girl, each driven by the possibility of restitution.

Murnane's mastery over language and his pressing towards the edges of what fiction can accomplish make this book a landmark in Australian literature.

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Inland by Gerald Murnane is often lauded for its unique narrative style and depth. Reviewers appreciate the richly detailed prose and the introspective examination of landscape and memory. However, the book's unconventional structure can be challenging for some readers, requiring careful attention to fully appreciate its complexity and thematic beauty.

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ISBN: 9781922146281

Publisher: Giramondo Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: Giramondo Publishing Co

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

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Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 256

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