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The Ladies Of Missalonghi by Colleen McCullough (Hardcover, 1987)
By Colleen Mccullough
1987 • Hardcover • Guild Publishing
Description
Title: The Ladies Of Missalonghi
Author/Publisher: Colleen McCullough (Guild Publishing)
Publication Year: 1987
Format: Illustrated Hardcover
The Ladies of Missalonghi is a novel by Colleen McCullough, published in 1987. This Illustrated hardcover is a piece of Australian fiction set in a small country town, exploring themes of love, social rigidity, and self-discovery.
Synopsis
Colleen McCullough, the acclaimed Australian author best known for *The Thorn Birds*, presents *The Ladies of Missalonghi*, a captivating novel first published in 1987. This Guild Publishing edition offers readers a delightful foray into a bygone era of Australian country life.
Set against the backdrop of a quaint, socially conservative small town, the narrative delves into the lives of women grappling with societal expectations and personal desires. It explores themes of love, conformity, and the courageous pursuit of self-discovery, typical of McCullough's poignant storytelling.
- Evocative Illustrations: This edition of *The Ladies of Missalonghi* is distinguished by its inclusion of illustrations, which enhance the reading experience by bringing the charming and sometimes challenging world of the fictional Missalonghi to life.
- A Glimpse of Australian Social History: McCullough masterfully crafts a narrative that offers insights into the social mores and challenges faced by women in rural Australia. The novel champions individuality against the backdrop of a community bound by strict conventions.
As a charming example of Colleen McCullough's extensive bibliography and a popular piece of vintage Australian fiction, *The Ladies of Missalonghi* remains a compelling read for admirers of character-driven narratives and those interested in the social fabric of early 20th-century Australia.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | Guild Publishing |
| Year | 1987 |
| Type | Novel |
| Genre | Women's Fiction |
| Signed | No |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Features | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | The Ladies Of Missalonghi |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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