The Aunt's Story (1958)
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Description
This copy is a reprint published in 1958. The first edition was published in 1948.
Patrick White's The Aunt's Story, published in 1958, is a mesmerizing exploration of identity, alienation, and the human psyche. The novel follows Theodora Goodman, an Australian woman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Set against the backdrop of post-World War II Europe and Australia, the story delves into Theodora's gradual detachment from her surroundings and her inner quest for meaning.
White's prose is both poetic and introspective, immersing readers in the complex inner world of his protagonist. With its profound examination of the human condition and intricate character development, "The Aunt's Story" is a literary masterpiece that invites readers to ponder the intricacies of existence.
Condition report
There's an indecipherable stamp on the paste-down signifying this copy may be an ex-library copy (there are no stamps anywhere else in this book). There's a plastic sleeve covering the dust cover and there's tape over the front and back flaps. There's a few marks on the ffep and very light foxing to the page edges. The pages are generally clean and the text block is tight.