Sandys Selection Back by Steele Rudd (16 results)

paperback (ex libris); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost.

Paperback - tatty (VG); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost.

Octavo hardcover (VG) in d/w (VG); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book may reduce your overall postage costs.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. First Thus. Previous owner's inscription ffep. Discolouration to front cover edges. 22 x 14 cm. 247 pp.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. pp.(viii)+200. 18cm. Line illustrations in the text by Lionel, Ruby & Norman Lindsay and others. Soft covers. Good clean copy.

Hardback. Condition: Good. Heavy; DJ. DJ creased and faded, otherwise good; damage to top right corner of end paper.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 247 pages. Dj ripped and worn. Text edge foxed.

Hardback. Steele Rudd, Angus and Robertson. Author: Steele RuddBinding: HardbackPublished: Angus and Robertson, 1957Condition:Book: FairJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis collection of stories chronicles the trials and tribulations, as well as the simple joys, of pioneering families navigating the challenges of rural existence. Steele Rudd masterfully illustrates the unique characters and their humorous predicaments, offering a witty and authentic glimpse into a bygone era. The narrative details the resilience and spirit of those who shaped the Australian landscape, making it a delightful read for anyone interested in the nation's pastoral heritage. Hardback.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. There are some tape marks from being previously cpvered on the endpapers. A few dampsatins on the title page. Otherwise this copy is in very good condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1973 Omnibus edition published by Lloyd O'neil. DJ clean with slight sun fading to spine. Inscription to inner page. Pages clean and bright with no folds or creases, no signs of tanning. Illustrated throughout with stills from the film by Ken Hall. Stories include On our selection. Our new selection. Sandy's selection. Back at our selection.(o5).

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Norman Lindsay (illustrator). 1st Reprint of 1st Edition. A firm, complete, ex-library reading copy. Scan available.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good+. First Thus. 192pp - glossy illustrated covers slightly rubbed and soiled - slight wear to edges and hinges - minor foxing to content edges - tight copy - SCARCE 1st edition thus - OVERSEAS POSTAGE WILL BE REDUCED FOR THIS BOOK.

Hardback. Steele Rudd, Lloyd O'Neil. Condition remarks:Book: Good Jacket: Very goodPages: Good Markings: No markingsA beloved cornerstone of Australian rural literature, On Our Selection, Our New Selection, Sandy's Selection, and Back at Our Selection together chronicle the hilariously chaotic and deeply human struggles of the Rudd family as they attempt to carve out a life on the unforgiving Queensland bush. With warmth, sharp wit, and an ear perfectly tuned to the vernacular of the Australian battler, these interconnected works present Dad, Mum, and their sprawling brood as they contend with drought, debt, failed crops, and the relentless comedy of frontier hardship. The tone balances affectionate humour with genuine pathos, illustrating how ordinary families endured extraordinary adversity with stubborn resilience and good-natured perseverance. These sketches, originally serialised in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, gave birth to some of the most iconic characters in Australian fiction, cementing Dad and Dave as enduring symbols of the national character. Taken together, this collection stands as an essential document of colonial Australian life, as funny and moving today as when it first captured the hearts of a nation. Hardback.

200 pp, decorated end-papers, gilt top edge, fine copy in gold-blocked, decorated, red boards.

Hardback. Steele Rudd, Lloyd O'Neil. Condition remarks:Book: Good Jacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxing Markings: No markingsSteele Rudd's classic collection, encompassing On Our Selection, Our New Selection, Sandy's Selection, and Back At Our Selection, chronicles the uproarious adventures of the Rudd family as they endeavor to tame the Australian bush. This seminal work of Australian literature presents a vivid, often comical, portrayal of pioneering life, detailing the daily struggles and simple joys of farming on a selection. Rudd's keen eye for character and dialogue illustrates the resilience and eccentricities of the bush folk, capturing their spirit with warmth and wit. The narrative unfolds with a lighthearted yet authentic tone, offering readers a timeless glimpse into a bygone era of Australian history. Hardback.

Hard Cover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Lindsay, Norman (illustrator). First Edition. 247 pages with monochrome illustrations by Norman Lindsay. 420 grams. Book is in good lightly marked condition. Dust jacket is in good condition with some wear, tears, and chipping. Dust jacket condition preserved in new clear plastic non-adhesive protective covering. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Illustrator: Lindsay, Norman. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Fiction, Australian.; Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 006625.