The Pillars by Peter Polites (Signed Copy)
A thrilling new novel from the author of critically acclaimed Down the Hume.
Don't worry about the housing bubble, she would say. Don't worry about the fact that you will never be able to afford a home. Worry about the day after. That's when they will all come, with their black shirts and bayonets, and then you will see the drowned bodies and slit necks. And I would stand there and say, But Mum, I'm ten years old.
Working as a writer hasn't granted Panos the financial success he once imagined, but lobbying against a mosque being built across the road from his home (and the occasional meth-fuelled orgy) helps to pass the time. He's also found himself a gig ghostwriting for a wealthy property developer. The pay cheque alone is enough for him to turn a blind eye to some dodgy dealings - at least for the time being.
In a world full of flashy consumerism and aspiration, can Panos really escape his lot in life? And does he really want to?
A novel of dark desires and moral gray areas, The Pillars is an extraordinary new novel from one of Australia's most exciting contemporary voices.
About the Author
Peter Polites is a writer of Greek descent from Western Sydney. As part of the SWEATSHOP writers collective, Peter has written and performed pieces all over Australia.
His first novel, Down the Hume, was shortlisted for a NSW Premier's Literary Award in 2017. The Pillars is his second novel.
Format: Paperback | 272 pages
Dimensions (cm): 23.4 x 15.4 x 1.9 | 358g
Publication Date: 23 Jul 2019
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Publication City/Country: Sydney, Australia
Language: English
Edition Number: 1
ISBN10: 0733640184
ISBN13: 9780733640186
Condition: Good
A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including very minor scuff marks along the edges, but no holes or tears. The majority of pages are undamaged with no creasing or tearing, no pencil underlining of text, and no highlighting of text. The title page has been inscribed and signed by the author in black texta, but no other writing in margins.