Length5h 52m
About this audiobook
In "Pelican Pool," Sydney Loch crafts a poignant narrative that delves deep into the intricacies of human relationships, set against the backdrop of a sun-soaked Australian landscape. The novel employs a lyrical yet straightforward literary style, notable for its vivid imagery and richly drawn characters. At its heart lies the exploration of love, loss, and the struggle for identity, resonating with echoes of postcolonial themes as it reflects on the complexities of social dynamics in early 20th-century Australia, rife with both cultural tension and burgeoning independence. Sydney Loch, an influential figure in early Australian literature, was known for his keen observations of society and his ability to evoke emotion through storytelling. His experiences growing up in a changing Australia, combined with his deep appreciation for nature and its impact on human life, inspired him to capture the essence of his homeland in this work. Loch's background as a journalist and his engagement with the cultural and social challenges of his time informed much of his writing, giving it a unique perspective. "Pelican Pool" is a must-read for those who appreciate character-driven narratives that offer both emotional depth and social commentary. Readers seeking to immerse themselves in a reflective exploration of human nature, framed within the evocative landscapes of Australia, will find Loch's work both captivating and enlightening.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length5 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER IV Kaloona Run
11CHAPTER XIV The Halt by the Road
2CHAPTER V The Hut By Pelican Pool
12CHAPTER XV The Parting of the Way
3CHAPTER VI The Coach comes to Surprise
13CHAPTER XVI Summer Days
4CHAPTER VII The Return to Surprise
14CHAPTER XVII The Errand to the Pool
5CHAPTER VIII The Banks of the Pool
15CHAPTER XVIII The Bottom of the Valley
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6CHAPTER IX How the Days pass by at Surprise
16CHAPTER XIX The Selwyns return South
7CHAPTER X How the Days pass by at Kaloona
17CHAPTER XX The Farewell by the Hut
8CHAPTER XI The Parting by the Pool
18CHAPTER XXI The Coming of the Rains
9CHAPTER XII Selwyn hears some news
19CHAPTER XXII The Meeting by the River
10CHAPTER XIII The Journey to the Pool
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