Man's Estate
1972 novel by Jon Cleary
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Man's Estate is a 1972 novel written by Australian author Jon Cleary set in the world of the British upper class.[1]
First UK edition | |
| Author | Jon Cleary |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Collins (UK) William Morrow (US) |
Publication date | 1972 |
| Publication place | Australia |
| Pages | 352 pp. |
| Preceded by | Mask of the Andes |
| Followed by | Ransom |
It was also known as The Ninth Marquess in the US.[1]
Synopsis
The novel concerns a conservative British politician who survives World War II, the King David Hotel bombing, a Mau Mau attack and a horse riding accident.[2][3] It was also known as The Ninth Marquess in the US.