This short, but exquisitely paced early novel from Richard Ford is the story of a sixteen year old boy whose father leaves for Canada to fight a threatening wildfire. The real danger though comes from within the family, from the essential self-destructiveness of love and lust.
About Carrie Tiffany
Carrie Tiffany was born in West Yorkshire, spent her early twenties working as a park ranger in Central Australia and now lives in Melbourne. Her two novels, 'Everyman’s Rules for Scientific Living' and 'Mateship with Birds' are set in rural Australia. Her third novel, 'Exploded View', will be published by Text in early 2019.
About Reading for Writers
A book club for writers curated by author Paddy O'Reilly. Each month, a writer will discuss a work that has influenced their own writing, paying attention to the technical elements of the writing.
Participants are encouraged to read the nominated work before the session and join the discussion. See the full series of Reading for Writers events here.
| Registration fee | |
| Member | A$45.00 |
| Concession Member | A$35.00 |
| Non-Member | A$60.00 |
| Donation | A$1.00 |
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