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Tim Winton’s collection of short stories brings readers into the everyday world of Western Australia’s coast. Through intimate vignettes, the author captures the social customs, landscapes, and rhythms of community life in this rugged and beautiful part of the country.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Tim Winton
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