An ancient man without a past hails a taxi driven by a petty criminal with no future. Reluctantly, the pair embarks on a journey in search of a legendary whaler and murderer known only as the Norseman. This is a one-way trip - but who's taking who for a ride?
The Norseman's Song is a stylish blend of gothic mystery and modern crime noir. Evoking the spirit of Joseph Conrad and Edgar Allan Poe, Joel Deane creates a violent and lyrical vision of contemporary Australia with the pace and energy of a road movie and the haunting atmosphere of a nightmare.
'This is beautifully written crime noir by a writer in total command of his craft. A gripping, yet lyrical, read' - Big Issue
'A bold unfolding of a succession of nightmares issuing from probable truths and feverish imaginings, a striking juxtaposition of legendary past and seedy present ... Deane belongs to a long line of yarn spinners in Australian fiction from Henry Lawson to Frank Hardy to Peter Carey and beyond.' - Sydney Morning Herald
'Deane puts a new spin on the gothic tradition, with Australian flavours peppering this dark tale.' - Herald Sun
'Joel Deane blends contemporary noir and historical gothic in a fast-paced thrillercum- road-novel. A cracking piece of Aussie literature.' - Andy Murdoch, MX
By:
Joel Deane Imprint: Hunter Press Country of Publication: Australia Dimensions:
Height: 198mm,
Width: 129mm,
ISBN:9781763509207 ISBN 10: 1763509206 Pages: 240 Publication Date:01 July 2024 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
