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The eponymous hero, Johann Voss, is based on Ludwig Leichhardt, the nineteenth-century German explorer and naturalist who had already conducted several major expeditions into the Australian outback before making an ambitious attempt to cross the entire continent from east to west in 1848.

With the death of her mother, middle-aged Theodora Goodman contemplates the desert of her life. On the journey home, Theodora finds there is little to choose between the reality of illusion and the illusion of reality.

The "Copenhagen Travel Guide" is your pass to discovering the essence and heart of Scandinavia's most alluring city. This guide promises a memorable vacation you'll enjoy forever, with everything from fantasy castles and cutting-edge architecture to delectable culinary pleasures and a world-renowned bicycling culture. Explore the stunning castles and palaces that adorn the city's skyline to enter a world straight out of a storybook. Discover the hidden riches and regal tales that await you at the famous Rosenborg Castle. Experience the allure of the quaint amusement park that has mesmerized visitors for decades, Tivoli Gardens, from the 19th century. You'll be transported to a realm of majesty and enchantment by Copenhagen's castles. Copenhagen's cutting-edge architecture will enchant you. Admire the Opera House's futuristic angles and gaze in astonishment at the ground-breaking CopenHill, a waste-to-energy facility with a ski slope on its roof. Your imagination and enthusiasm for design will be sparked by the city's unique urban landscape, which is created by the city's fusion of modern masterpieces and historic landmarks. As you go off on a culinary adventure that will stimulate your taste buds, savor Copenhagen's delicacies. This city has something for every taste, from lively street food markets to Michelin-starred restaurants. Try the tantalizing Danish Smørrebrød, which are open-faced sandwiches stuffed to the gills with flavorful, fresh ingredients. Enjoy the city's famously delicious seafood dishes or indulge in some creamy Danish pastries. The cuisine in Copenhagen will leave you wanting more. Experience Copenhagen like a local by pedaling around the city's bike-friendly streets. Exploring on two wheels is a treat because of the city's large network of bike lanes and cycling-friendly culture. Follow locals as they go about their daily activities while passing by famous sites and quaint communities. Accept the freedom and environmentally responsible way of life that make Copenhagen a cycling paradise. Immerse yourself in the Danish idea of "hygge"-the art of comfort and contentment. The "Copenhagen Travel Guide" will teach you how to take pleasure in the little things, like sipping hot cocoa in a quaint café, wandering along the peaceful canals, or taking a minute to unwind in a verdant city park. In this city that exudes hygge, embrace the friendliness of the residents and learn the true meaning of happiness. Explore the center of the cultural scene in Copenhagen. Visit world-class museums that contain artwork and historical artifacts dating from antiquity to the present. Discover the dynamic theater and music performances that decorate the city's stages. Be inspired by the imaginative energy that penetrates this city's every nook and cranny by becoming involved with the creative community. You are given insider knowledge and helpful suggestions in the "Copenhagen Travel Guide" to make sure your trip runs smoothly. Discover hidden gems, the ideal times to visit, how to use public transit with ease, and other useful information to make your vacation absolutely unforgettable. With everything you require to make the most of your time in Copenhagen, this guide is your ideal travel companion. Get your copy Now to start a trip that will astound you in Copenhagen.

Are you prepared for a unique travel experience? Let "Denmark Travel Guide" serve as your ticket to discovering this enchanting Nordic gem's captivating wonders. Explore the world of rich history, beautiful scenery, and vibrant culture that Denmark has to offer! Take a detour to discover Denmark's best-kept secrets. This guide is the ultimate insider's companion, covering everything from historic Viking landmarks to cutting-edge architectural wonders. Explore the lovely streets of Copenhagen, where the old-world appeal and modern flare flawlessly meld, and take in the famed Little Mermaid sculpture's longing glance across the water. Take in the beautiful natural beauty of Denmark. Discover the peaceful beaches along the coast or find refuge in the entrancing forests' rich beauty. During the winter, you can see the beautiful Northern Lights dancing across the Arctic sky, creating an unforgettable show. The "Denmark Travel Guide" will introduce you to the culinary wonders of Denmark, from tantalizing seafood dishes that will leave you wanting more to delightful desserts like the well-known cinnamon buns. Enjoy the pleasant ambiance of traditional Danish restaurants or the renowned New Nordic cuisine at Michelin-starred restaurants. Learn about the welcoming nature of the Danish people. Have fun chatting with the welcoming locals who will be happy to explain their traditions and customs. Discover the warm "hygge" way of life, where you can find comfort in the little pleasures of life, such as sipping hot cocoa by the fire or riding a bike through gorgeous country roads. Denmark's history is a tapestry of fascinating stories, from its Viking origins to its current constitutional monarchy. Explore historical sites, museums, and castles from the past as they take you back in time. Follow in the steps of the great Danish kings and queens as you relive the events that helped to define the identity of the country. Your "Denmark Travel Guide" will arm you with useful advice for a smooth voyage. Learn the ideal dates to visit, what to carry in a travel bag, and insider tips for navigating public transportation and cultural customs. Maximize your time and make the most of every second in Denmark. "Denmark Travel Guide" offers a wide range of remarkable experiences that appeal to all tastes and interests, from biking along the charming canals to sailing across the gorgeous archipelago. Whether you're a fan of history, nature, or delicious cuisine, Denmark is sure to leave an everlasting impression on your soul. Denmark's charm, attractiveness, and vivacious attitude will enchant you. Let "Denmark Travel Guide" be your travel companion as it leads you on an enchanted adventure that you'll remember long after your trip is over. Don't pass up this incredible adventure. Grab a copy of the "Denmark Travel Guide" Now and explore this alluring Nordic wonderland's hidden gems. Your fantasy trip to Denmark is waiting!

Set in 19th-century Australia, Voss is the story of the secret passion between an explorer and a naïve young woman. Although they have met only a few times, Voss and Laura are joined by overwhelming, obsessive feelings for each other. Voss sets out to cross the continent. As hardships, mutiny and betrayal whittle away his power to endure and to lead, his attachment to Laura gradually increases. Laura, waiting in Sydney, moves through the months of separation as if they were a dream and Voss the only reality.From the careful delineation of Victorian society to the sensitive rendering of hidden love to the stark narrative of adventure in the Australian desert, Patrick White''s novel is a work of extraordinary power and virtuosity.

These six short novels and stories achieve the majesty and power of the best of Patrick White''s great novels. They probe beneath the surface of events - a sexual lapse, the unaccustomed climate of a foreign country, interruptions in a cherished routine, a death, a toothache - to expose a deeper, truer reality.

The life story of fictional actor Alex Gray, an elderly woman who refuses to take death lying down. As 'edited' by Patrick White.

Issues concerning the supply of teachers are of perennial concern to both policy-makers and researchers in the world of education. This study provides research findings and an iconoclastic treatment of issues relating to the recruitment, quality, training, and retention of teachers throughout the developed world.

Happy Valley is a place of dreams and secrets, of snow and ice and wind. In this remote little town, perched in its landscape of desolate beauty, everybody has a story to tell about loss and longing and loneliness, about their passion to escape.

Two children are brought to a wild garden on the shores of Sydney Harbour to shelter from the Second World War. In wartime Australia, these two children form an extraordinary bond as they negotiate the dangers of life as strangers abandoned on the far side of the world.

The leading textbook for the undergraduate medic and those considering a career in general practice, with a user-friendly and reflective approach

To hesitate on the edge of life or to plunge in and risk change -this is the dilemma explored in THE LIVING AND THE DEAD. Mrs Standish, ageing but still beautiful, is drawn into secret liaisons, while her daughter Eden experiments openly and impulsively with left-wing politics and love affairs.

Eleven stories to which Patrick White brings his immense understanding of the urges which lie just beneath the facade of ordinary human relationships, especially those between men and women. . . A young man strangely moved into marriage with a girl like the mother who never understood him. . . . .

Eddie Twyborn is bisexual and beautiful, the son of a Judge and a drunken mother. With his androgynous hero - Eudoxia/Eddie/Eadith Twyborn - and through his search for identity, for self-affirmation and love in its many forms, Patrick White takes us into the ambiguous landscapes, sexual, psychological and spiritual, of the human condition.

Arthur and Waldo Brown were born twins and destined never to to grow away from each other. They spent their childhood together. Their youth together. Middle-age together. Retirement together. They shared everything - except their view of things. Waldo, with his intelligence, saw everything and understood little.

In this remarkable self-portrait Patrick White explains how on the very rare occasions when he re-reads a passage from one of his books, he recognises very little of the self he knows.

WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY DAVID MALOUFThrough the crumbling ruins of the once splendid Xanadu, Miss Hare wanders, half-mad. They place themselves in the care of a local washerwoman. Now in one shared vision they find themselves bound together, understanding the possibility of redemption.

Hurtle Duffield is incapable of loving anything except what he paints. It is only when Hurtle meets an egocentric adolescent whom he sees as his spiritual child does he experience a deeper, more treacherous emotion.

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTUREElizabeth Hunter, an ex-socialite in her eighties, has a mystical experience during a summer storm in Sydney which transforms all her relationships: her existence becomes charged with a meaning which communicates itself to those around her.

WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY ROBERT MACFARLANESet in nineteenth-century Australia, Voss is the story of the secret passion between an explorer and a naive young woman. Voss sets out to cross the continent, and as hardships, mutiny and betrayal whittle away his power to endure and to lead, his attachment to Laura gradually increases.

Stan Parker, with only a horse and a dog for company journeys to a remote patch of land he has inherited in the Australian hills. Once the land is cleared and a rudimentary house built, he brings his wife Amy to the wilderness. Together they face lives of joy and sorrow as they struggle against the environment.