Archie Weller (48 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condition: New. 2nd ed.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Runner-up for the inaugural Vogel Award in 1980, Archie Weller is a master storyteller. In these short stories, take a seat and rethink what it means to be Australian.Since Archie Weller was runner-up for the first Vogel Award in 1980 for his novel The Day of the Dog, he has become an important voice in contemporary Indigenous writing. The Window Seat is a collection of his best fiction and a tribute to his contribution to Australian literature.These stories are honest, brutal and moving. In 'The Window Seat', we witness an old woman's final journey home through the eyes of the disgruntled white traveller who sits beside her; in 'Stolen Car', a young Aboriginal man learns his first lesson in rough justice; and in 'Dead Dingo', we see another rallying against what his friends, life and fate offer him. Together these powerful stories present a rich and rewarding reading experience. Runner-up for the inaugural Vogel Award in 1980, Archie Weller is a master storyteller. In these short stories, take a seat and rethink what it means to be Australian. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: Good. : Going Home: Stories es una colección de relatos del autor australiano Archie Weller. Las historias exploran la vida de los aborígenes australianos en entornos urbanos y rurales, abordando temas de pobreza, identidad y la lucha por la supervivencia. Weller ofrece una visión conmovedora y a menudo cruda de las experiencias de los jóvenes aborígenes que intentan romper el ciclo de desesperación y encontrar su lugar en el mundo moderno, al tiempo que honran su herencia cultural. EAN: 9780044423164 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Literatura y Ficción Título: Going Home: Stories Autor: Archie Weller Editorial: Allen & Unwin Idioma: en Páginas: 224 Formato: tapa blanda Año de publicación: 1991.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. 'One of the most singular and impressive collections of contemporary stories to appear in Australia.' - Adam Shoemaker, The AustralianThese humorous and bleak tales focus upon young men attempting to break free from the cycle of poverty and despair.From Archie Weller, a pioneering Aboriginal writer, comes an outstanding collection of stories which should, according to Nancy Keesing in the Sydney Morning Herald, be read by 'Every one of us, white, black, brindle, old, or about 13-plus.''Weller invokes romantic visions of Aboriginal ancestors, kings of the old civilisation with its laws and religions.' - L.V. Kepert, Sun Herald A groundbreaking collection of stories about contemporary Aboriginal life in urban and rural Western Australia. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Trade Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Slight bumping to ends of spine, light wear to pages. Used Book.

Paperback. Condition: New. 2nd ed.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Hardcover first edition, Allen & Unwin 1986 Australia. This book is in near fine condition - mild rubbing to edges of boards. The dust jacket is in near fine condition with very mild edge wear.

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Paperback. [Author], [Publisher]. NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title. Author: Archie Weller Format: Paperback Number of Pages: 224 'One of the most singular and impressive collections of contemporary stories to appear in Australia.' Adam Shoemaker, The Australian From Archie Weller, a pioneering Aboriginal writer, comes an outstanding collection of stories which should, according to Nancy Keesing in the Sydney Morning Herald, be read by 'Every one of us, white, black, brindle, old, or about 13-plus.' 'Weller invokes romantic visions of Aboriginal ancestors, kings of the old civilisation with its laws and religions.' L.V. Kepert, Sun Herald. Paperback. …

Encuadernación de tapa blanda. Condition: Muy bien. Literatura anglosajona. Autor australiano. Short Stories.

Condition: New. In English.

SOFTCOVER. Condition: 1986. A very good copy.

Trade Paperback. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. This is a First Edition Reprint. Lovely copy like new 167pp Size: TRADE PAPERBACK. Not Credited (illustrator). Not Inscribed or Signed.

167pp. 8vo. Original wrappers. A near fine copy. Film edition.

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. pp.(vi)+215.19cm. Soft covers. A fine clean copy. (An 'outstanding collection of stories . from a pioneering Aboriginal writer').

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 2nd edition. 372 pages. 7.50x5.00x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Condition: Near Fine. Glossy card cover, 215 pages. A firm straight unmarked book, appears unread.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Paperback Edition. A well-preserved paperback edition of Archie Weller's acclaimed fantasy novel, 'Land of the Golden Clouds'. This compelling work explores themes of Indigenous Australian culture and mythology within a speculative, post-apocalyptic landscape. Weller, a significant voice in Australian Aboriginal literature, crafts a vivid and thought-provoking narrative. Condition is Very Good, showing only minor shelf wear commensurate with age. …

215pp. 8vo. Original cloth with rubbed dustwrapper. A very good copy. . Short stories.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Runner-up for the inaugural Vogel Award in 1980, Archie Weller is a master storyteller. In these short stories, take a seat and rethink what it means to be Australian.Since Archie Weller was runner-up for the first Vogel Award in 1980 for his novel The Day of the Dog, he has become an important voice in contemporary Indigenous writing. The Window Seat is a collection of his best fiction and a tribute to his contribution to Australian literature.These stories are honest, brutal and moving. In 'The Window Seat', we witness an old woman's final journey home through the eyes of the disgruntled white traveller who sits beside her; in 'Stolen Car', a young Aboriginal man learns his first lesson in rough justice; and in 'Dead Dingo', we see another rallying against what his friends, life and fate offer him. Together these powerful stories present a rich and rewarding reading experience. Runner-up for the inaugural Vogel Award in 1980, Archie Weller is a master storyteller. In these short stories, take a seat and rethink what it means to be Australian. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Softcover. Condition: Near Fine. WEST AUSTRALIANA ABORIGINALAn outstanding collection of stories about contemporary aboriginal life in urban and rural Western Australia. These humorous and bleak tales focus upon young men attempting to break free from the cycle of poverty and despair. Indigenous Studies. 215 p. ; 19 cm. Previously published: Sydney : Allen & Unwin, 1986.#0918/0523 Elizabeth's Bookshops have been one of Australia's premier independent book dealers since 1973. Elizabeth's family-owned business operates four branches in Perth CBD, Fremantle (WA), and Newtown (NSW). All orders are dispatched within 24 hours from our Fremantle Warehouse. All items can be viewed at Elizabeth's Bookshop Warehouse, 23 Queen Victoria Street\, Fremantle WA.…

Condition: Very Good.

215pp. 8vo. Original cloth with dustwrapper. A near fine copy. . Short stories.First edition. From the collection of Australian scholar and academic, John Barnes with his review of the work.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. 'One of the most singular and impressive collections of contemporary stories to appear in Australia.' - Adam Shoemaker, The AustralianThese humorous and bleak tales focus upon young men attempting to break free from the cycle of poverty and despair.From Archie Weller, a pioneering Aboriginal writer, comes an outstanding collection of stories which should, according to Nancy Keesing in the Sydney Morning Herald, be read by 'Every one of us, white, black, brindle, old, or about 13-plus.''Weller invokes romantic visions of Aboriginal ancestors, kings of the old civilisation with its laws and religions.' - L.V. Kepert, Sun Herald A groundbreaking collection of stories about contemporary Aboriginal life in urban and rural Western Australia. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Runner-up for the inaugural Vogel Award in 1980, Archie Weller is a master storyteller. In these short stories, take a seat and rethink what it means to be Australian.Since Archie Weller was runner-up for the first Vogel Award in 1980 for his novel The Day of the Dog, he has become an important voice in contemporary Indigenous writing. The Window Seat is a collection of his best fiction and a tribute to his contribution to Australian literature.These stories are honest, brutal and moving. In 'The Window Seat', we witness an old woman's final journey home through the eyes of the disgruntled white traveller who sits beside her; in 'Stolen Car', a young Aboriginal man learns his first lesson in rough justice; and in 'Dead Dingo', we see another rallying against what his friends, life and fate offer him. Together these powerful stories present a rich and rewarding reading experience. Runner-up for the inaugural Vogel Award in 1980, Archie Weller is a master storyteller. In these short stories, take a seat and rethink what it means to be Australian. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: New. 2nd ed.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. 'One of the most singular and impressive collections of contemporary stories to appear in Australia.' - Adam Shoemaker, The AustralianThese humorous and bleak tales focus upon young men attempting to break free from the cycle of poverty and despair.From Archie Weller, a pioneering Aboriginal writer, comes an outstanding collection of stories which should, according to Nancy Keesing in the Sydney Morning Herald, be read by 'Every one of us, white, black, brindle, old, or about 13-plus.''Weller invokes romantic visions of Aboriginal ancestors, kings of the old civilisation with its laws and religions.' - L.V. Kepert, Sun Herald A groundbreaking collection of stories about contemporary Aboriginal life in urban and rural Western Australia. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

167pp. 8vo. Original cloth in wrapper. A fine copy. First edition. The scarce hardcover issue.