A third edition of Ian Jones's fantastic biography of Ned Kelly has just been released. (Aug 2008)

The first and second editions were published by Lothian books, this edition has been published
by Hachette Australia.

A Short Life has had amazing success with prints in 1995 (twice), paperback 1996, 1999, 2000, 2002;
new edition 2003 and now in 2008.

For those who could not obtain a copy one of the previous versions, this edition will be a welcome
addition to their 'Kelly' library.

No other book on this subject has ever nor (probably) will ever match the level of detail and
feel for the times as Ian Jones has done with this book.

This edition is minus the 56 page Jerilderie letter.

It is a slightly smaller format book which may explain why the 2nd edition was 429 pages and the 3rd
486 pages.  

This edition has a new introduction.

The following is the brochure from Hachette:

NED KELLY

A short life

Ian Jones

7 August, Hachette Australia, $39.99 paperback

This is the definitive biography of Ned Kelly, and a superb description of his times – now with a new introduction.

A bestseller since it was first published, Ned Kelly – a short life is acknowledged as being the biography of Australia’s greatest
bushranger and folk hero, and a modern classic.

Ian Jones combines a lifetime’s research, interviews with living descendants of those involved and an intimate knowledge
of ‘Kelly country’ to present a vivid and gripping account of one of Australia’s most iconic figures. His mastery of detail
and expert narrative make this an evocative read about a colourful period in Australian history.

About the author:

Ian Jones is Australia’s foremost Ned Kelly historian. A former TV and film producer, he was a producer of the film
The Lighthorsemen (and also wrote the script), and produced the TV series The Last Outlaw.

Fast facts:

·         The author is acknowledged as being Australia’s leading Kelly historian

·         More than 50,000 copies of previous formats have been sold

·         This edition includes a brand-new introduction.

Praise for Ian Jones:

“The best Kelly biography by a country mile”

                    —Bruce Gaunson, The Australian

 “It will probably stand as the definitive account of Kelly’s life and its meaning…a work of prodigious scholarship,
vivid reportage and sharp analysis…the most detailed portrait of the outlaw ever written.”

                     —Rod Moran, The West Australian

 “The definitive biographical work”

                      —Dr John McQuilton, author of The Kelly Outbreak

For details: Emma Noble, Hachette Livre Australia, 02-8248 0849 or emma.noble@hachette.com.au

note: BigW is selling copies as a discounted price.

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