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Australia Lost: Robert White's Paintings from Poor Fellow My Country by Xavier Herbert (1978)

Australia Lost: Robert White's Paintings from Poor Fellow My Country by Xavier Herbert (1978)

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Author/Artist:
Robert White (1925–)
Text by: Xavier Herbert (1901–1984)
Publisher: Collins, Sydney, 1978
Format: Hardcover, 48 pages, colour illustrations, 22 x 27 cm
ISBN: 9780002215954
Condition: Very Good

Description:
A visual companion to Xavier Herbert’s epic novel Poor Fellow My Country, Australia Lost presents Robert White’s evocative acrylic paintings inspired by the story’s emotional and political depth. The artworks vividly depict characters, scenes, and settings from the book, capturing Herbert’s powerful commentary on Australia’s treatment of its First Nations peoples, identity, and national conscience.

This 1978 edition is a valuable visual and literary interpretation of one of Australia’s most significant and controversial novels, offering a unique lens on Herbert’s message through White’s artistic vision.


Why You’ll Love It:
Perfect for collectors of Australian literature or art, this volume offers a rare fusion of text and image that reflects the soul of a landmark novel. It’s both a beautifully illustrated standalone work and an excellent companion to Herbert’s Poor Fellow My Country.

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