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Set in 1837 London, the story follows Jack Maggs, a returnee from an Australian prison, who embodies the traits of a savage and a seasoned criminal. Driven by motives of vengeance and a desire for reconciliation, his presence brings an air of mystery to the city. The narrative explores themes of identity and redemption as Maggs navigates a world that has changed during his absence, making for a compelling historical mystery.
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Jack Maggs, Peter Carey
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- Released
- 1999
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- Title
- Jack Maggs
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Peter Carey
- Publisher
- Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
- Released
- 1999
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 368
- ISBN13
- 9780679760375
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction, Adventure, Love, Classics, 20th century, Detective Fiction, British Literature, England, 19th century, Great Britain, London, Australia, Satire, Australian Literature, Gangsters
- Original title
- Jack Maggs
- Rating
- 3.55 out of 5
- Description
- Set in 1837 London, the story follows Jack Maggs, a returnee from an Australian prison, who embodies the traits of a savage and a seasoned criminal. Driven by motives of vengeance and a desire for reconciliation, his presence brings an air of mystery to the city. The narrative explores themes of identity and redemption as Maggs navigates a world that has changed during his absence, making for a compelling historical mystery.