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The conversations at Curlow Creek

The conversations at Curlow Creek

Historical FictionLiterary Fiction
Pages
214
Published
1997
Language
English

Synopsis

In 1827, a condemned Irish rebel awaits execution in a remote Australian outpost. A young police officer is tasked with extracting his confession, leading to a tense, intimate exchange over the course of a single night. Their conversation delves into memory, identity, and the nature of truth, revealing the intricate lives of both men.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

MelancholicThought-ProvokingAtmospheric

Genres

Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Psychology

About the author

D
David Malouf

David Malouf is an Australian author who writes novels, poetry, and short stories. He is best known for An Imaginary Life, a story about the Roman poet Ovid living in exile. His books often focus on the connection between people and the natural world.