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“It’s alright,” they say, “Of course, there’s beauty there,” but they hold back; you know they have seen or heard of the ugliness and the insularity there. They have experienced the farawayness of it. I have learned to keep silent, not to berate them for their disregard of the Brits’ role in the colonial tragedy of my country.”

Quote by Christos Tsiolkas

Book:Barracuda
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Barracuda

In this fictional narrative, the protagonist's journey to swimming greatness is juxtaposed against the personal sacrifices and moral dilemmas that accompany her rise to fame. more

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Christos Tsiolkas
Christos Tsiolkas

Christos Tsiolkas is an Australian author born in 1965. His works are known for their portrayal of Australian society and immigrant experiences, particularly his skill in exploring social issues such as race, class, and gender through fiction. more

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