The Unusual Life Of Tristan Smith

Author: Peter Carey

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Price : $20.00 AUD
ISBN : 9780702226267
Publisher : University of Queensland Press
Imprint : University of Queensland Press
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Publication date : 01 November 1993
Dimensions : 22.00 cmmm X 14.00 cmmm
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Author : Peter Carey
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Language : en
Dewey classification : 823.3
Reading Level : very good
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Pages : 422
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1994, First edition. A near fine copy only marked by a light dusting to the top edge. The d/w is also near fine with only a small chip from the heel of the spine.

Description

Humorous, allegorical novel centred on the life of Tristan Smith. Set in the mythical nations of Voorstand and Efica, it follows the adventures of Tristan, who is doomed never to be taller than three foot six. Includes maps, footnotes and glossary. Author's other novels include 'Bliss', 'Illywacker', and 'Oscar and Lucinda', winner of the 1988 Booker Prize.

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