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Known for his wit and keen observations of societal dynamics, Martin Boyd's works explore themes of family, identity, and societal change, wrapped in richly woven narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his renowned novels, \u003cem\u003eA Difficult Young Man\u003c\/em\u003e offers an insightful look into the complexities of family dynamics set against the backdrop of post-World War I society. \u003cem\u003eLucinda Brayford\u003c\/em\u003e transports readers into the life of its titular character, offering a glimpse into both the charming world of British aristocracy and the changing society of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOutbreak Of Love\u003c\/em\u003e delves into the intricacies of personal relationships amid societal upheaval, while \u003cem\u003eThe Cardboard Crown\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eWhen Blackbirds Sing\u003c\/em\u003e form part of a compelling family saga that fans of character-driven stories will adore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the collection and savour the masterful storytelling of Martin Boyd, whose novels are timeless explorations of human nature and societal evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-difficult-young-man-by-martin-boyd-9781921922121","title":"A Difficult Young Man","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandsome, proud, reprehensible, misunderstood. 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On Collins Street, Russell Lockwood catches a glimpse of his childhood friend and knows at once that she is a rare woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow Diana and Wolfie's marriage is under threat, the Great War is approaching, and no one quite knows where their hearts belong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOutbreak of Love\u003c\/em\u003e by Martin Boyd is an intriguing tale of relationships and the uncertainties of love on the brink of war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46671190425836,"sku":"9781922147073","price":17.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781922147073.jpg?v=1752809616"},{"product_id":"the-cardboard-crown-by-martin-boyd-9781922079411","title":"The Cardboard Crown","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable novel, first published to a chorus of acclaim in 1952, is one of the lost classics of Australian literature. 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Leaving his wife in Australia to tend to their sheep farm, he heads back to England and reconnects with an old flame, Sylvia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter killing a man and witnessing the atrocities of war, Dominic vows to change his ways, cleansing himself of all his past indiscretions and wrongdoings. 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