Burke Moira (16 results)

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A powerful reflection of early 80s working-class Melbourne, Losing It is set in a time of tight jeans, blue eyeshadow and Countdown - and of risky underage sex and drugsIn the 1980s in the Melbourne suburb of Fawkner, Josie's father is drinking himself to an ugly and appalling death. Josie's mother is a factory machinist, bringing home piecework to keep the family afloat.And Josie is surviving, or not-self-destructive sex, excessive alcohol, drugs, brutalised friendships.But her internal monologue-intense, immediate and raw-reveals a heartbreaking portrait of an intelligent young woman desperately looking for a way to make sense of her life, grappling with her feelings of repulsion and love for her father and her longing to be loved.First published in 1998, Losing It is a vivid and visceral account of 1980s working-class Melbourne and a coming-of-age story that is both familiar and unique, shocking and intimate. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. Ex library with all the usual stamps and stickers.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Moira Burke, Text Publishing. A powerful reflection of early 80s working-class Melbourne, Losing It is set in a time of tight jeans, blue eyeshadow and Countdown - and of risky underage sex and drugs In the 1980s in the Melbourne suburb of Fawkner, Josie's father is drinking himself to an ugly and appalling death. Josie's mother is a factory machinist, bringing home piecework to keep the family afloat. And Josie is surviving, or not-self-destructive sex, excessive alcohol, drugs, brutalised friendships. But her internal monologue-intense, immediate and raw-reveals a heartbreaking portrait of an intelligent young woman desperately looking for a way to make sense of her life, grappling with her feelings of repulsion and love for her father and her longing to be loved. First published in 1998, Losing It is a vivid and visceral account of 1980s working-class Melbourne and a coming-of-age story that is both familiar and unique, shocking and intimate. Paperback.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: good. May show signs of wear, highlighting, writing, and previous use. This item may be a former library book with typical markings. No guarantee on products that contain supplements Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Twenty-five year bookseller with shipments to over fifty million happy customers.…

Condition: good. May show signs of wear, highlighting, writing, and previous use. This item may be a former library book with typical markings. No guarantee on products that contain supplements Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Twenty-five year bookseller with shipments to over fifty million happy customers.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A powerful reflection of early 80s working-class Melbourne, Losing It is set in a time of tight jeans, blue eyeshadow and Countdown - and of risky underage sex and drugsIn the 1980s in the Melbourne suburb of Fawkner, Josie's father is drinking himself to an ugly and appalling death. Josie's mother is a factory machinist, bringing home piecework to keep the family afloat.And Josie is surviving, or not-self-destructive sex, excessive alcohol, drugs, brutalised friendships.But her internal monologue-intense, immediate and raw-reveals a heartbreaking portrait of an intelligent young woman desperately looking for a way to make sense of her life, grappling with her feelings of repulsion and love for her father and her longing to be loved.First published in 1998, Losing It is a vivid and visceral account of 1980s working-class Melbourne and a coming-of-age story that is both familiar and unique, shocking and intimate. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: New.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Covers & Spine: front and back showing light scuffing otherwise undamaged, only minor wear at edges and corners, spine is intact and solid. Binding: firm throughout, book has possibly been re-glued at some stage. Pages & Markings: unstained, no markings, very clean throughout. PLEASE NOTE: Due to this item weighing less than 500g, postage cost for international orders (i.e. not Australian) will be less than what is shown here. Please email me if you require an exact quote. All items are protectively packaged, and a postal tracking number will be sent to all customers whose current email address is registered with AbeBooks.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A powerful reflection of early 80s working-class Melbourne, Losing It is set in a time of tight jeans, blue eyeshadow and Countdown - and of risky underage sex and drugsIn the 1980s in the Melbourne suburb of Fawkner, Josie's father is drinking himself to an ugly and appalling death. Josie's mother is a factory machinist, bringing home piecework to keep the family afloat.And Josie is surviving, or not-self-destructive sex, excessive alcohol, drugs, brutalised friendships.But her internal monologue-intense, immediate and raw-reveals a heartbreaking portrait of an intelligent young woman desperately looking for a way to make sense of her life, grappling with her feelings of repulsion and love for her father and her longing to be loved.First published in 1998, Losing It is a vivid and visceral account of 1980s working-class Melbourne and a coming-of-age story that is both familiar and unique, shocking and intimate. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. reprint edition. 309 pages. 9.00x7.00x0.56 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The Secret Life of Frosty FinneganWhat if your snowman didn't sleep when you did?When Michael and Patrick are fast asleep, their snowman, Frosty Finnegan, awakens beneath the moon's soft glow. While the world is quiet and still, Frosty explores the snowy yard, peeking into the house where Mom and Dad sit by the fire, Patrick's cherished video games rest quietly for the night, and Michael's art supplies stand ready for tomorrow's creations.Frosty's secret adventures unfold gently-sledding through glowing snow, admiring cozy window lights, and discovering winter wonders whispering through the night air. By moFrosty's secret adventures unfold gently-sledding through moonlit snow, admiring the warm glow of the fireplace, and discovering winter wonder in the quiet hours of the night. By morning, he's back in his daytime pose, leaving only tiny silver clues behind.This heartwarming, lyrical picture book celebrates childhood imagination, cozy winter nights, and the quiet magic hidden between dusk and dawn.A perfect seasonal read for bedtime snuggles, holiday wonder, and every child who believes snowmen might have stories of their own. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. …