Wild Cat Falling by Mudrooroo (23 results)

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Wild Cat Falling is the story of an Aboriginal youth, a 'bodgie' of the early sixties who grows up on the ragged outskirts of a country town, falls into petty crime, goes to gaol, and comes out to do battle once more with the society who put him there. Its publication in 1965 marked a unique literary event, for this was the first novel by any writer of Aboriginal blood to be published in Australia. As well, it is a remarkable piece of literature in its own right, expressing the dilemmas and conflicts of the young Aboriginal in modern Australian society with its memorable insight and stylishness. This is the story of an Aboriginal youth, a "bodgie" of the early 1960s. He grows up on the ragged outskirts of a country town, falls into petty crime, goes to gaol and comes out to do battle, once more, with the society that put him there. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Soft Cover. Condition: Very Good ++. Trade paperback, second (1993) printing, 131 pages; tiny traces of shelf and reading wear, but very gently used, very clean and unmarked.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Cover wear, remainder mark, o/w very good. Softbound 8vo. This book's publication in 1965 marked a unique literary event, for this was the first novel by any writer of Aboriginal blood to be published in Australia. As well, it is a remarkable piece of literature in its own right, expressing the dilemmas and conflicts of the young Aborigine in modern Australian society with memorable insight and stylishness. 131pp. B/w text illustrations. > Language: English | > Size: 8vo | > Media/Binding: Soft cover |.

First Edition of Australian Aboriginal author's FIRST BOOK. By Colin Johnson [Mudrooroo]. -- Hardcover, 131 pages. Condition: Very good, with good dust jacket (3/4-inch chip, edge-wear, light soil).

Encuadernación de tapa blanda. Condition: Bien. Roman (illustrator). Introduced by Stephen Muecke Todos nuestros libros son de segunda mano. El servicio contrareembolso tiene un coste adicional de 3 euros.

Secondhand, Paperback. , . 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: MudroorooFormat: BookNumber of Pages: 0The book titled Wild Cat Falling by the author Mudrooroo. Secondhand, Paperback.

Set in the early 1960s, this novel tells of an Aboriginal youth growing up on the outskirts of a country town and his relationship with society. First published in 1965, it was the first novel by an Aboriginal writer to be published in Australia. This edition contains an introduction by Stephen Muecke. Imprint, 1993. Reprint. A well used copy that is in good condition.

Pictorial Wraps. Condition: Very Good. Reprint. Introduced by Stephen Muecke. Foreword by Mary Durack. Cover illustration by Elizabeth Durack. Imprint Classics. Printed in Australia. Slight handling wear, otherwise a nice clean tight solid softcover copy. xxvi + 131pp. SB-20.

Paperback. Mudrooroo, HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd. Wild Cat Falling is the story of an Aboriginal youth, a 'bodgie' of the early sixties who grows up on the ragged outskirts of a country town, falls into petty crime, goes to gaol, and comes out to do battle once more with the society who put him there. Its publication in 1965 marked a unique literary event, for this was the first novel by any writer of Aboriginal blood to be published in Australia. As well, it is a remarkable piece of literature in its own right, expressing the dilemmas and conflicts of the young Aboriginal in modern Australian society with its memorable insight and stylishness. Paperback.

Paperback. Condition: Good. 131 pages. Owner's name inside front cover, otherwise a clean book.

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Trade Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A firm straight book, owner's name inside front cover, otherwise unmarked.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good+. Imprint edition with foreword by Mary Durack. 220gms weight ; 12mo ; 132 pages.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. 2nd Edition. Good condition. Wear to book corners and edges. Spine is faded. Foredges are sunned. Published under Mudrooroo name Colin Johnson.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Octavo Size. Very Good condition in Very Good Dustjacket - now protected in our purpose-made clear archival plastic sleeve. DJ spine ends lightly chipped and mild rubbing to DJ face. Black and white drawings by Elizabeth Durack. Foreword by Mary Durack. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels. xviii, 131pp. The first novel by an Aboriginal writer to be published in Australia. This novel is based on his early life.

Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Wild Cat Falling is the story of an Aboriginal youth, a 'bodgie' of the early sixties who grows up on the ragged outskirts of a country town, falls into petty crime, goes to gaol, and comes out to do battle once more with the society who put him there. Its publication in 1965 marked a unique literary event, for this was the first novel by any writer of Aboriginal blood to be published in Australia. As well, it is a remarkable piece of literature in its own right, expressing the dilemmas and conflicts of the young Aboriginal in modern Australian society with its memorable insight and stylishness. This is the story of an Aboriginal youth, a "bodgie" of the early 1960s. He grows up on the ragged outskirts of a country town, falls into petty crime, goes to gaol and comes out to do battle, once more, with the society that put him there. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First edition. Foreword by Mary Durack. Small soil mark on foredge, light bumping at the crown, near fine in a very good or better dust jacket with light rubbing, and a short tear on the rear panel. Long considered the first novel written by an Australian Aborigine, Johnson became a dominant figure in Aboriginal literature. However, an article in 1996 revealed that, perhaps unbeknownst to the author, he was probably not an Aborigine at all (according to the article his mother was Irish-English and his father was African-Irish). Author's first novel.

Book, Paperback. Condition: Used. Wild Cat Falling. These are USED books. Please only purchase if you are happy with that. Images & Editions We use stock images and database descriptions based on the ISBN. The image shown may NOT be the actual book cover you will receive. Covers, editions, printings, and publishers may differ. If you need a specific cover, edition, or printing, please contact us before purchasing. What ?Used? Means Because these books are pre-owned: Colouring books may be coloured in Textbooks may have answers filled in, highlighting, notes, or underlining Workbooks may have writing inside Access codes, download codes, CDs, DVDs, or online content are usually missing or already used Books that originally came with toys, inserts, maps, cards, or bonus items will usually NOT include them Pages may be folded, marked, or show normal signs of use If you are buying a book for anything other than reading (e.g. colouring, study use, collecting, gifts, specific covers, bonus items, or digital access), used books may not be suitable. Condition All books are listed as Used ? Good Books are clean and readable but not new Some books may have: Writing, highlighting, or markings Folded pages or minor wear A small warehouse or inventory sticker on the spine Original retailer stickers (we do not remove them) Our Process We purchase books by the pallet and scan thousands at a time. For this reason, we cannot photograph or individually inspect every book. Acknowledgement By purchasing, you acknowledge that: You understand the book is used You accept the condition and limitations described above Stock images and descriptions may not exactly match the item received Thank you for supporting Oak Books and helping give books a second life.

Book, Paperback. Condition: Used. Wild Cat Falling. These are USED books. Please only purchase if you are happy with that. Images & Editions We use stock images and database descriptions based on the ISBN. The image shown may NOT be the actual book cover you will receive. Covers, editions, printings, and publishers may differ. If you need a specific cover, edition, or printing, please contact us before purchasing. What ?Used? Means Because these books are pre-owned: Colouring books may be coloured in Textbooks may have answers filled in, highlighting, notes, or underlining Workbooks may have writing inside Access codes, download codes, CDs, DVDs, or online content are usually missing or already used Books that originally came with toys, inserts, maps, cards, or bonus items will usually NOT include them Pages may be folded, marked, or show normal signs of use If you are buying a book for anything other than reading (e.g. colouring, study use, collecting, gifts, specific covers, bonus items, or digital access), used books may not be suitable. Condition All books are listed as Used ? Good Books are clean and readable but not new Some books may have: Writing, highlighting, or markings Folded pages or minor wear A small warehouse or inventory sticker on the spine Original retailer stickers (we do not remove them) Our Process We purchase books by the pallet and scan thousands at a time. For this reason, we cannot photograph or individually inspect every book. Acknowledgement By purchasing, you acknowledge that: You understand the book is used You accept the condition and limitations described above Stock images and descriptions may not exactly match the item received Thank you for supporting Oak Books and helping give books a second life.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Wild Cat Falling is the story of an Aboriginal youth, a 'bodgie' of the early sixties who grows up on the ragged outskirts of a country town, falls into petty crime, goes to gaol, and comes out to do battle once more with the society who put him there. Its publication in 1965 marked a unique literary event, for this was the first novel by any writer of Aboriginal blood to be published in Australia. As well, it is a remarkable piece of literature in its own right, expressing the dilemmas and conflicts of the young Aboriginal in modern Australian society with its memorable insight and stylishness. This is the story of an Aboriginal youth, a "bodgie" of the early 1960s. He grows up on the ragged outskirts of a country town, falls into petty crime, goes to gaol and comes out to do battle, once more, with the society that put him there. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First edition. A small bookstore stamp on the front pastedown and a short tear to the edge of one page, else fine in a lightly rubbed, very near fine, price-clipped dustwrapper, with the very scarce wraparound band. Long considered the first novel written by an Australian Aborigine, Johnson became a dominant figure in Aboriginal literature. However, an article in 1996 revealed that, perhaps unbeknownst to the author, he was probably not an Aborigine at all (according to the article his mother was Irish-English and his father was African-Irish).