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Historical Fiction· Australia

True History of the Kelly Gang

by Peter Carey
Aggregate Editorial Score75/100
★Booker Prize
Published 2001384 pagesEnglish
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Published in 2001, True History of the Kelly Gang established Peter Carey as one of the defining voices in historical fiction. Ned Kelly, Australia's most famous outlaw, writes a letter to the daughter he will never know in Carey's second Booker Prize winner. The novel is narrated in the voice of Kelly himself—unschooled, passionate, and utterly compelling—reimagining Australia's most contested legend. Themes of outlaws, colonial Australia, class run through the work. The book has received recognition from Booker Prize 2001.

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Booker Prize
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is True History of the Kelly Gang about?

Ned Kelly, Australia's most famous outlaw, writes a letter to the daughter he will never know in Carey's second Booker Prize winner. The novel is narrated in the voice of Kelly himself—unschooled, passionate, and utterly compelling—reimagining Australia's most contested legend.

Who wrote True History of the Kelly Gang?

True History of the Kelly Gang was written by Peter Carey, from Australia. First published in 2001.

What awards has True History of the Kelly Gang won?

True History of the Kelly Gang has received the following awards and honours: Booker Prize 2001.

Is True History of the Kelly Gang worth reading?

True History of the Kelly Gang is a widely acclaimed work with strong critical consensus, with an aggregate editorial score of 75/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in outlaws, colonial Australia, class.