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Two book set - Dusty and Man-Shy
Author: Frank Dalby Davison
Hard cover, with dust jacket. Fair condition.
Dusty is first edition. Man-Shy is 6th edition.
Frank Dalby Davison's novels Dusty and Man-Shy are seminal works in Australian literature that delve into the lives of animals in the Australian outback, offering profound insights into their interactions with humans and the natural world.
Dusty tells the story of a half-kelpie, half-dingo dog who, after being raised by humans, grapples with his innate wild instincts and the expectations of domestic life. The novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the tension between civilization and nature.
Man-Shy centers on a red heifer who escapes from a cattle station and embarks on a journey of survival in the wild. Through her experiences, the novel examines the concept of freedom, the instinctual drive for self-preservation, and the impact of human intervention on wildlife.
Both novels are noted for their empathetic portrayal of animal consciousness and their critique of human dominance over nature, reflecting Davison's deep respect for the Australian landscape and its creatures.
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