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The Thorn Birds is a sweeping romantic saga centered on the Cleary family, beginning in the early 20th century when Paddy Cleary relocates his wife, Fiona, and their seven children to Drogheda, a vast Australian sheep station owned by his domineering sister. The narrative spans over fifty years, culminating in the life of Justine O'Neill, the last of the third generation, who seeks her path far from her origins. Central to the story are Meggie, the only daughter, and her deep love for the handsome, ambitious priest Ralph de Bricassart. Ralph's journey takes him from a remote Outback parish to the Vatican, while Meggie's life is anchored to Drogheda, despite a brief, unhappy marriage. Their enduring feelings shape their lives across distances. The novel features a cast of compelling characters, including Paddy, who harbors a hidden past; Fiona, who struggles with love; and Frank, a tormented soul. The hardworking Cleary sons pour their devotion into the land, which is depicted as both harsh and bountiful, reflecting the cycles of drought and flood. The vivid portrayal of Drogheda adds depth to the family's story, making it a unique and unforgettable setting.
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El Pájaro Canta Hasta Morir/The Thorn Birds, Colleen McCullough
- Sprache
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 1985
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- (Hardcover),
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- Titel
- El Pájaro Canta Hasta Morir/The Thorn Birds
- Sprache
- Spanisch
- Autor*innen
- Colleen McCullough
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 1985
- Einband
- Hardcover
- Seitenzahl
- 607
- ISBN10
- 840181250X
- ISBN13
- 9788401812507
- Reihe
- Schlagwörter
- Liebe, Frauen, Geschenke für Frauen, Geschenke für Oma, Verfilmt, Familiensagas, Verbotene Liebe, Australische Literatur, Zölibat
- Erstveröffentlichung
- 1977
- Originaltitel
- The Thorn Birds
- Bewertung
- 4,5 von 5 Sternen
- Beschreibung
- The Thorn Birds is a sweeping romantic saga centered on the Cleary family, beginning in the early 20th century when Paddy Cleary relocates his wife, Fiona, and their seven children to Drogheda, a vast Australian sheep station owned by his domineering sister. The narrative spans over fifty years, culminating in the life of Justine O'Neill, the last of the third generation, who seeks her path far from her origins. Central to the story are Meggie, the only daughter, and her deep love for the handsome, ambitious priest Ralph de Bricassart. Ralph's journey takes him from a remote Outback parish to the Vatican, while Meggie's life is anchored to Drogheda, despite a brief, unhappy marriage. Their enduring feelings shape their lives across distances. The novel features a cast of compelling characters, including Paddy, who harbors a hidden past; Fiona, who struggles with love; and Frank, a tormented soul. The hardworking Cleary sons pour their devotion into the land, which is depicted as both harsh and bountiful, reflecting the cycles of drought and flood. The vivid portrayal of Drogheda adds depth to the family's story, making it a unique and unforgettable setting.