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Carpentaria

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Carpentaria

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Carpentaria

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

520

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Northern Australia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Carpentaria by Alexis Wright is lauded for its rich storytelling and vivid portrayal of Indigenous Australian culture. Critics praise its lyrical prose and imaginative narrative structure. However, some find the complex storyline and dense writing style challenging. Overall, it’s celebrated for its originality and depth in exploring cultural identity and community.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Carpentaria?

Readers who appreciate Carpentaria by Alexis Wright are typically drawn to rich, culturally immersive narratives. Fans of Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude or Toni Morrison's Beloved will enjoy this novel's blend of magical realism, Indigenous perspectives, and deep exploration of social and environmental themes.

Book Details
Pages

520

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Northern Australia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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