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Historical novel

The Thorn Birds

eng. The Thorn Birds · 1977
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Main Ideas

  • The struggle for power and influence amidst political intrigue and family discord
  • Romantic and forbidden love affairs in opposition to societal and familial expectations
  • The complexity of choosing between personal happiness and obligations to family and tradition
  • The transformation of characters under the influence of trials, losses, and personal growth
  • The confrontation of interpersonal and family conflicts against the backdrop of global socio-historical events
  • Exploration of themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the possibility of new beginnings in the characters' lives
The Thorn Birds
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Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Last updated: 30 May 2025
———Original titleeng. The Thorn Birds · 1977
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