Description

Joseph Furphy's seminal novel, "Such Is Life," offers a vivid and often humorous portrayal of life in rural Australia during the 1880s. Through the fictitious memoir of Tom Collins, a low-ranking government official, the narrative unfolds as a seemingly random record of his experiences among bullock drivers, squatters, and swagmen. The novel masterfully blends social commentary with philosophical musings, exploring themes of identity, fate, and the absurdities of existence. Celebrated as a foundational work of Australian modernism, Furphy's distinctive voice and innovative narrative structure continue to captivate readers.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

IndyPublish.com

Published Jan 1, 2002

384 pages

ISBN: 9781404332959

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First Published

1937

Language

eng

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