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The Black Opal
Hardcover
General FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023198721
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 246
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Venture into the heart of the Australian outback with Katharine Susannah Prichard's The Black Opal, a compelling work of Australian literature exploring the lives and struggles of those working in the opal mines. This meticulously prepared edition revives a classic tale of the Australian working class and their connection to the land. Set against the backdrop of a harsh yet beautiful landscape, The Black Opal delves into themes of cultural heritage and the enduring human spirit. Explore the challenges and triumphs of a community shaped by the pursuit of fortune beneath the earth. A significant contribution to world literature, this story offers a glimpse into a unique corner of Australia and its rich mining history. Experience the timeless allure of Prichard's evocative prose in this unforgettable depiction of life in the opal fields.
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