True History Of The Kelly Gang (SIGNED)
Edition: First American edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Signed
Condition remarks: Appears unread.
This historical novel reimagines the life and legend of Australia's most infamous outlaw, Ned Kelly, through a series of fictional letters and memoirs. It chronicles Kelly's tumultuous upbringing in colonial Victoria, detailing the injustices and hardships that shaped his path to rebellion. The narrative presents a raw and visceral account of the Kelly Gang's exploits, offering a compelling, albeit fictionalized, perspective on their motivations and the societal forces at play. Carey masterfully illustrates the complexities of identity, class struggle, and the blurred lines between hero and villain in a vivid and unforgettable prose. This powerful work ultimately argues for a re-evaluation of historical narratives and the figures within them.
Description
Edition: First American edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Signed
Condition remarks: Appears unread.
This historical novel reimagines the life and legend of Australia's most infamous outlaw, Ned Kelly, through a series of fictional letters and memoirs. It chronicles Kelly's tumultuous upbringing in colonial Victoria, detailing the injustices and hardships that shaped his path to rebellion. The narrative presents a raw and visceral account of the Kelly Gang's exploits, offering a compelling, albeit fictionalized, perspective on their motivations and the societal forces at play. Carey masterfully illustrates the complexities of identity, class struggle, and the blurred lines between hero and villain in a vivid and unforgettable prose. This powerful work ultimately argues for a re-evaluation of historical narratives and the figures within them.
