Such Is Life

Name: Such Is Life
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781922147219
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By Joseph Furphy

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Such Is Life by Joseph Furphy is a richly detailed narrative exploring the lives of itinerant workers, farmers, and settlers in the late-19th-century Australian outback. Through the experiences of Tom Collins, a philosopher and adventurer, the novel delves into the complexities and humour found in ordinary events. Its vivid depiction of rural life offers a profound reflection on human nature and society during that era.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fond of classic Australian fiction that offers a humorous and insightful look into rural life. It combines keen observation with philosophical musings, capturing the essence of the Australian outback through vivid characters and rich dialogue.

Such Is Life

A classic of the Australian outback, SUCH IS LIFE is the farcical, tragic reminiscences of Tom Collins, philosopher and rogue.

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Such Is Life details the splendidly farcical and tragic reminiscences of philosopher and rogue Tom Collins, and is widely recognised as a defining work of Australian literature, taking its title from what were supposedly the outlaw Ned Kelly's dying words.

As Tom drives his team across the plains of the Riverina and Northern Victoria, he gets wildly entangled in the fates of others - like Rory O'Halloran, the two Alfs (Nosey and Warrigal), Mrs Beaudesart and Hungry Buckley of Baroona - recreating the humour, pathos and irony he encountered in his life in the bush.

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Such Is Life by Joseph Furphy is generally praised for its humour and deep insight into human nature, capturing the life of itinerant workers in 19th-century Australia. Reviewers appreciate the novel's unique narrative style, blending philosophical reflection with tales of the Australian outback. Some readers find the text challenging due to its colloquial language and complex structure, but those who persevere often find it rewarding and rich with character and cultural detail.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922147219

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 November 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Contributors:

Introduction by David Malouf
Introduction by David Malouf

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 315g

Pages: 440

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