Author(s): Peter Carey

SECONDHAND BOOKS | Australian Fiction

A foundling trained in the art of thievery, Jack Maggs was betrayed and deported to Australia for life. But now, having reversed his fortunes, he seeks to fulfill his innermost desire. Returning to London under threat of execution, he's quickly embroiled in various entanglements among a handful of characters — each with their own secrets. And as their various schemes converge, the captivating figure at the epicentre is Maggs himself, at once frightening, mystifying, and utterly compelling. From the Trade Paperback edition.

1997. First edition. A very good copy only marked by light rubbing to the spine ends and the usual age tanning of the pages. The d/w is fine and now in a protective cover.