Book Details
Title: The Paper Chase
Author: Hal Porter
Illustrator: N/A
Publisher: Angus and Robertson
Year: 1966
Impression/Edition: N/A
Cover: Hardcover
Pages: 305
Dimensions:
Weight:
ISBN: N/A
Battle Scars:
Overall acceptable condition.
Outside:
The dust cover is intact with rubbing and some small tears to edges, corners and ends of the spine. Some creasing. The hardcover is intact with shelf wear (rubbing) to edges, ends and corners as pictured. The gilding of the title on the spine is intact.
The page profiles (seen when book is closed) are yellowed with some foxing.
Inside:
The binding is firm and intact.
Inside the front and back covers is clean. There is a signature in ink on the top of the first page and some marks in pencil.
The pages are clean and intact.
Don't forget to check the photos below for a visual and make sure you are happy prior to purchase. Happy to answer questions if there is information missing.
Book Content:
Hal Porter's *The Paper Chase* is a compelling exploration of ambition, identity, and the pursuit of meaning in post-war Australia. Through Porter's distinctive prose and keen social observation, this novel captures the complexities of intellectual life and personal transformation. A sophisticated read for those who appreciate character-driven narratives and literary depth, it remains a significant work in Australian literature that rewards careful attention to its nuanced themes and vivid portrayal of human aspiration.
Book Details
Title: The Paper Chase
Author: Hal Porter
Illustrator: N/A
Publisher: Angus and Robertson
Year: 1966
Impression/Edition: N/A
Cover: Hardcover
Pages: 305
Dimensions:
Weight:
ISBN: N/A
Battle Scars:
Overall acceptable condition.
Outside:
The dust cover is intact with rubbing and some small tears to edges, corners and ends of the spine. Some creasing. The hardcover is intact with shelf wear (rubbing) to edges, ends and corners as pictured. The gilding of the title on the spine is intact.
The page profiles (seen when book is closed) are yellowed with some foxing.
Inside:
The binding is firm and intact.
Inside the front and back covers is clean. There is a signature in ink on the top of the first page and some marks in pencil.
The pages are clean and intact.
Don't forget to check the photos below for a visual and make sure you are happy prior to purchase. Happy to answer questions if there is information missing.
Book Content:
Hal Porter's *The Paper Chase* is a compelling exploration of ambition, identity, and the pursuit of meaning in post-war Australia. Through Porter's distinctive prose and keen social observation, this novel captures the complexities of intellectual life and personal transformation. A sophisticated read for those who appreciate character-driven narratives and literary depth, it remains a significant work in Australian literature that rewards careful attention to its nuanced themes and vivid portrayal of human aspiration.
