Fishing for Stars
Fishing for Stars by Bryce Courtenay is a reprint edition published by Penguin Group Australia on April 30, 2009. This 608-page novel follows Nicholas Duncan, a semi-retired shipping magnate living in Beautiful Bay, Indonesia, as he grapples with the loss of his wife, Anna, and the haunting memories of World War II. The narrative explores his relationships, particularly with Marg Hamilton, a powerful political figure in Australia, as they confront the emotional scars of the past.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of life experiences as Nick embarks on a journey of self-discovery through writing, prompted by a specialist who recognizes his struggles with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. The story delves into themes of love, loss, and resilience, while also touching on the complexities of international business and personal relationships. Through Nick’s reflections, the book presents a historical perspective on the 20th century, intertwining elements of fiction and literary sagas that resonate with those interested in the impact of war on personal lives and the strength of women in shaping history.
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Nicholas Duncan is a semi-retired shipping magnate who resides in idyllic Beautiful Bay in Indonesia, where he is known as the old patriarch of the islands. He is grieving the loss of his beautiful Eurasian wife, Anna, and is suffering for the first time from disturbing flashbacks to WWII, the scene of their first meeting and early love. His other wartime lover is the striking Marg Hamilton, a powerful and influential political player in Australia who has remained close to Nick.
Marg suspects Nick is suffering the onset of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and organises for a specialist to meet with him in Sydney. But when they meet, Tony Freedman stirs long-buried emotions in Nick and the two men don�t hit it off. Nick leaves in an explosion of anger and finds himself in hospital after being hit by a car. Tony visits and encourages Nick to write as a form of therapy � to write about Anna.
So he sets about writing about the woman who has inspired him since his late teens, and in doing so draws us into the compelling tale of the life he has lived post war-hero days building a shipping empire, navigating international corruption, supporting his wife’s third-world education crusade and loving the women who inspire him.
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