Voss by Patrick White
Set in 19th-century Australia, the novel follows a German explorer, Voss, as he leads a doomed expedition into the outback. Parallel to this, Voss develops a romantic relationship with Laura Trevelyan, a young woman he meets before his departure. Despite their physical separation, their spiritual and emotional connection deepens as Voss's journey becomes increasingly perilous. The narrative explores themes of obsession, the human condition, and the dichotomy between civilization and wilderness.
The 542nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1957
- Nationality
- Australian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 432
- Words
- 156,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 53rd on 100 Best Novels in English Since 1900 (Counterpunch)
- 202nd on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- 15 Australian Classics for your Consideration (The Sydney Morning Herald)
- 100 Best Novels Written in English (The Guardian)