Kangaroo

"Kangaroo" is a novel by D. H. Lawrence, published in 1923, that explores the political tensions in post-World War II Australia. The story follows Richard Lovat Somers, an international journalist, who becomes entangled with a fascist movement led by the charismatic Benjamin Cooley, known as Kangaroo. As Somers navigates his relationships with his wife and their Australian neighbors, he grapples with themes of leadership, loyalty, and the complexities of masculinity. The novel is notable for its exploration of political ideologies and the nuanced emotional connections between men in a charged environment.