Fortunate Life

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The extraordinary journey of an ordinary man.

Born in 1894, and first sent to work at the age of eight, Facey lived the rough frontier life of a labourer, farmer and jackaroo. He survived Gallipoli, raised a family through the Depression, lost a son in the Second World War, and met his beloved Evelyn with whom he shared nearly 60 years of marriage. Despite enduring unimaginable hardships, Facey always saw his life as a fortunate one. A true classic of Australian literature, Facey's simply penned story offers a unique window onto the history of Australian life through the greater part of the twentieth century.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Paperback / softback
ISBN13: 9781760996987
Published: February 2026

Number of pages: 432
Width: 140 mm
Height: 207 mm
Depth: 26 mm

Publisher: Fremantle Press