VOSS. First Edition, First Impression Australian author Patrick White VOSS 1957 is considered one of White's most significant and influential works, and it won the prestigious Miles Franklin Award in the same year. The novel is set in the mid-19th century and explores themes of exploration, spirituality, and the clash of cultures. The story revolves around Johann Ulrich Voss, a German explorer who undertakes an expedition into the Australian outback in search of an inland sea. Voss is an enigmatic and complex character, driven by his thirst for knowledge and a desire to transcend the limitations of the human condition. He is depicted as an outsider, struggling to connect with others on a deeper level. As Voss embarks on his journey, he beco

Published by published by Eyre & Spottiswoode, Australia, 1957

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Seller: Marrins Bookshop, Folkestone, Kent, United KingdomMarrins Bookshop

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Blue cloth binding with silver titles, clean bright and square. No inscriptions, end papers and closed pages and inside of dust jacket a little browned, but hinge tight and pages smooth and clean. A well preserved book.DJ uncliped a little wear but very good.14 x 21 cm.

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VOSS. First Edition, First Impression Australian author Patrick White VOSS 1957 is considered one of White's most significant and influential works, and it won the prestigious Miles Franklin Award in the same year. The novel is set in the mid-19th century and explores themes of exploration, spirituality, and the clash of cultures. The story revolves around Johann Ulrich Voss, a German explorer who undertakes an expedition into the Australian outback in search of an inland sea. Voss is an enigmatic and complex character, driven by his thirst for knowledge and a desire to transcend the limitations of the human condition. He is depicted as an outsider, struggling to connect with others on a deeper level. As Voss embarks on his journey, he beco
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Patrick White
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published by Eyre & Spottiswoode, Australia
Publication year
1957

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Founded by Patrick Marrin's father George in 1946, Marrin's Bookshop has been based in its current Folkestone location since 1963. Patrick has worked in bookselling since 1970. As well as rare antiquarian books, maps and prints, the stock includes a wide range of literature, library sets, travel, history and illustrated books in all fields. We also offer a bookbinding and restoration service. Visitors to the shop are welcome and we exhibit at UK book fairs. A large proportion of our stock can be searched on this website, or at http://www.marrinbook.co.uk.…

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