The Facts of Rape by Barbara Toner reviewed
A critique of Barbara Toner’s The Facts of Rape argues the book exposes how societal and legal norms favor suspects over complainants. It notes statistics, case studies, and cross-cultural contrasts while urging reform, though it questions Toner’s own advocacy and conclusions.
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Barbara Toner
London
America
Australia
New Guinea
Hutchinson
Lord Hailsham
St Augustine
Christ
The Long, Long Cliff Line by Colin Thiele review
A review of The Right by Colin Thiele with photos by Mike McKelvey for the Australian Conservation series. It surveys the Great Australian Bight through history from early sea journeys to land exploration while noting the book’s narration, photography accuracy, and occasional production flaws.
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South Australia
Western Australia
Colin Thiele
Mike McKelvey
Eastwest
Nullabor
Rigby
Harry Black
Danger Cargo by Brian Lecomber review note
A harsh glance at Dead Weight shows a thriller built with strong craft. Narrator Bill Scott, a charged former pilot plagued by drink and debt, drives the plot as he runs a faltering Antigua charter operation and faces peril from a mysterious push.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brian Lecomber
Bill Scott
Scott
West Indies
Antigua
Gold Smuggling Plot Threatens Haiti Cuban Deal
Local wheeler dealer Harvey Bouvier aims to smuggle four million dollars in gold Krugerrands into Puerto Rico. The cargo turns out to be proceeds from selling a private Haitian island to the Cuban government. When the sale falters, Cuban Secret Service CSA and powerful interests clash as the hero Scott navigates dangerous escapes and shifting loyalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey Bouvier
Puerto Rico
Scott
Haiti
CSA
Mr Secomber
Storm Boy author sales hit milestone says a film link
Writers world notes Colin Thiele's Storm Boy has sold over 100000 copies since the 1976 South Australian Film Corporation release, while librarians busy with info systems. The column riffs on big numbers and global book questions, with playful asides about whales and tax ideas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colin Thiele
South Australian Film Corporation
Bionic brain and book trade satire at cocktail party
A caustic columnist hosts a wacky party lit by satire of Australian publishing. The narrator boasts a bionic brain that recalls Carter Brown sales and asks about Queen Elizabeth I printing. The piece blends literary gossip, ad parodies, and pop culture in sharp, surreal dialogue.
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Carter Brown
D. W Thorpe
Spencer St
West
Melbourne
Jamie
Frank Dalby Davison
Tim
The Fortunes of Finger by Simon Raven review
A critical take on Simon Raven’s collection The Fortunes of Finger, noting its limited satirical reach focused on a British regiment in occupied Germany. The first person narrator Lieut Fingel runs through off duty schemes, with Ffolkes’ caricature drawings praised while the humor is deemed forced and repetitive. Continuous reading risks irritation.
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Raven Croak
Germany
Mr Raven
Fingel
New Statesman
State of Westminster
State of Ireland
Michael Ffolkes
Torch Song by Anne Rolphe reviews and themes
A critical look at Marjorie Weiss in Torch Song, detailing her dependence on an abusive husband Jim Morrison. The review highlights Marjorie as a dependent yet ambitious woman who endures degradation, seeks rebellion in fantasy, and yearns for a normal life while supporting her husband’s talent. The piece notes Rolphe’s bold, uncoy female portrayal and the evolving voice in American women’s writing.
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Maariorie Weiss
Anne Rolphe
Marjorie
Jim Morrison
Europe
Jim
Ralphe
Sophia Loren
Roiphe
Books at Auction: Australian titles sell high and low
Patricia Rappolt notes auction results from Australian Book Auction Records 1975 1976. Items include Angus South Australia 1847 1900 and 2500 Cook Voyages 1773 1784 1600 1150 plus Marcus Clark 32 and S ensational Tales 50 lacking back wrapper. A compact paperback by Margaret Woodhouse 17.50 features research value for inheritors or donors.
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D.ring
Australia
George French Angus
South Australia
Marcus Clark
Melbourne
Hobart
James Cook
Margaret Woodhouse
New and Antiquarian Books
Macquarie Street
Sydney
Patricia Rappolt
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