The fragile teacups, the brittle relics, the frail upholste… - Antonella Gambotto-Burke

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The fragile teacups, the brittle relics, the frail upholstery and shattery glass: this was a world of little things and little ways, their delicacy presupposing their protection.

Antonella Gambotto-Burke

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Antonella Gambotto-Burke (née Antonella Gambotto; born 19 September 1965) is an Australian author and journalist.

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Birth Name: Antonella Josephine Clementine Gambotto

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