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Winner of the Miles Franklin Award. The Ballad of Desmond Kale is a broad-sweeping novel of the first days of British settlement in Australia. At the centre is Stanton's pursuit of Kale - an Irish political prisoner and a rebelliously brilliant breeder of sheep. The novel is rich in its characterisations and the rawness of its settings, vigour of language, and vividness of personality. The action moves from the early Australian bush to the halls of Westminster, the mills of Yorkshire, the sierras of Spain, the wilds of the Southern Ocean, and returns at last into the far outback for its finale.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Epic Australian saga of rebellion, politics, and nature.
Who is this book for?
If you're drawn to stories that span continents and delve into the wild heart of Australia's history, this novel is a must-read. Its vivid characters and settings transport you from the Australian bush to Westminster and beyond, capturing the raw intensity of colonial life and political intrigue. The richly crafted narrative and powerful language make it a compelling journey through a turbulent and fascinating period.
