By the Line
By the Line by Thomas Keneally, published by Sceptre in 1992, is a 152-page work presented in English. The story follows schoolboy narrator Daniel Jordan as he navigates the complexities of growing up in working-class Sydney during the Second World War. Daniel grapples with the conflicting ideologies of his religious school and the communism espoused by his family’s intimidating neighbor, known as the ‘Comrade’.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the challenges of adolescence against a backdrop of historical turmoil. The book explores themes of faith, ideology, and the impact of societal beliefs on personal development. Through Daniel’s experiences, the novel reflects on the tensions between differing worldviews, making it a significant entry in modern fiction.
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Schoolboy narrator Daniel Jordan, growing up in working-class Sydney during the Second World War, is confused by a world in which the religious dogma of his school conflicts with the communism his family’s terrifying neighbour, the ‘Comrade’.
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