A true Aryan, and admirer of the Führer!
A.C.T. Marke makes no comment!
“A wagon piled high with corpses outside the crematorium in the liberated Buchenwald concentration camp (April 1945)”
A coming treat for A.C.T. Marke’s readers!
We know that Andrew Marke enjoys exploring remote places, and he loves the company of cats while researching the Victorian age. But now his readers are about to be enthralled with his latest novel: AT THE WEST END
Temlett Conibeer, and his friend Erik, find themselves in West Papua, a province of Indonesia. Erik is onto something that could make the both of them extremely wealthy. The challenging and formidable problems in the province with the Indonesian brutality all add to an intriguing and Machiavellian story line.
With this as a background, Temlett’s romance with a blue-eyed Dutch blond makes the novel a chronicle that is both creative and picturesque.
So hold your breath, the work is not quite finished at this stage, but when it comes out, be sure to buy a copy.
See:
https://deberigny.wordpress.com/2013/10/03/from-the-wilds-of-tasmania/#respond
https://deberigny.wordpress.com/2013/10/08/a-worthy-cause/#respond
From the wilds of Tasmania comes a magnum opus!
A.C.T. Marke, what a fine figure of a man!
The English Patient : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6KIfuwRmqQ
“Andrew, I lived among your gentle race.” Dr Jan J Saave
It’s come to my mind that the Commander is now working on his magnum opus in the wilds of Tasmania!
We can only wait with bated breath for this outcome!
The subject matter of this work is unknown to me, but if the Commander maintains his usual brilliance we will indeed be in for a rare treat!
Keep your eyes on this blog for further updates.
“This novel should win the Nobel Prize for Literature.”
“At last the world’s patience is rewarded. Send a cheque for the innermost secrets of the SS. This novel should win the Nobel Prize for Literature.”
Commander
Now a film: TWIXT SEMITES AND SWASTIKAS A Film
The works of A.C.T. Marke in pride of place in Peter Johnson’s bookshelf
One of the few pleasures I still have in my old age is my yearly visits to my good friend Peter Johnson’s place in Wewak, PNG. You can imagine how pleased I was recently when I saw on entering his house that in his bookshelf in pride of place were the complete works of A.C.T. Marke.
Added to the deep pleasure I felt was the knowledge that it was I who had donated the works to Peter.
One can imagine the joy some of the famous benefactors to such establishments like the Smithsonian Institution or the British Museum must feel when they see objects that they have given on display. A joy very similar to what I felt seeing the works of Marke in Peter’s house.
I was pleased to hear what Peter Johnson said of the novels and the author: “It’s my considered opinion that Andy Marke in time will eventually attract a cult-like following.”
For those unfamiliar with the literary merits of A.C.T. Marke and his books see the links below, and a comment about cult fiction:
https://deberigny.wordpress.com/2008/05/31/love-on-the-run-a-temlett-conibeer-story-by-act-marke/
https://deberigny.wordpress.com/2010/03/08/love-in-a-hot-climate-by-a-c-t-marke/
“Cult fiction is fiction which has attracted a large following of loyal fans and supporters. In addition to cult fiction, it is also possible to see cult authors, authors who have attracted and held fans who eagerly await their new publications. Cult fiction varies widely in terms of subject and even quality, with the literary value of some works of cult fiction being called into question by book critics who have managed to resist the fan mentality.
“Often, cult fiction breaks new ground in some way. Perhaps the author uses an innovative narrative style, or brings up edgy issues which have not been widely discussed. Cult fiction may include material which is considered explicit for the time in which it is published, attracting prurient interest from readers who like things a little racy. It may also be controversial: some of the most esteemed works of cult fiction have been banned at some point or another. Authors may explore the human condition, write terrifying visions of dystopian societies, or simply tell a good story.”
Source: http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-cult-fiction.htm
“Good friends, good books and a sleeply conscience: this is the ideal life.” Mark Twain
William (Bill) Peace 1913-2011
Bill Peace comments, March 25, 2010
When Bill sent me his remarks about A.C.T. Marke’s novel: LOVE IN A HOT CLIMATE, he told me he had written them rather hurriedly, and he requested that I proofread them – this I didn’t do!
In the above link I have now attempted to do this.
Unfortunately, Bill died in the following year, and in his memory, I would like to record the following:
On the 14th of June, 2011, Bill died of a massive heart attack at his home in Wagga Wagga. His funeral and burial service were conducted by the Rev’d Septimus Foreman at St John’s Anglican Church, Wagga, on 17th of June, according to the full burial rites of the Book of Common Prayer. This would have pleased Bill very much as he was a dedicated Prayer Book man!
The assembled mourners were inspired by the reading of Psalm 23 in the King James Version: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
In a tribute to Bill, David A. de B. Wall spoke glowingly of his many years of service with the Department of Treasury, in Papua New Guinea.
A short message, of love and condolences, was read out from Bill’s partner of many years, Sakura Mori, known endearingly to Bill as ‘Moonface’. Sakura expressed her deep sorrow that she was unable to attend the funeral because of her failing health, and the travel difficulties entailed on a journey from her home in Osaka.
From the church the funeral procession moved to the War Cemetery for the burial. At the graveside a member of the local RSL spoke of Bill’s war service, and he was honoured with the playing of the last post.
The Rev’d Septimus Foreman then committed Bill’s body to the grave while reading from the Prayer Book:
“… we therefore committe hys bodye to the grounde, earthe, to earthe, ashes, to ashes, dust to dust, in sure, and certein hope of resurrection…”
This day marked the passing of an esteemed Australian and PNG expatriate.
“The Search for Mrs Right”
https://deberigny.wordpress.com/2010/12/09/search-for-mrs-right/
https://deberigny.wordpress.com/2010/03/08/love-in-a-hot-climate-by-a-c-t-marke/
Two distinguished Francophiles!
Subject:Letter to Dr J.P. Priestley (copy)
Fans of Marke’s works, hold your breath; another novel is on its way!
December 9, 2013 at 8:53 am (A.C.T. Marke, Commentary, Love in a hot climate, Love on the Run, Twixt Semites and swastikas: Temlett Conibeer's greatest challenge)
THE EXAMINER, Tuesday, August 24, 2010
A.C.T. Marke, what a fine figure of a man!
A.C.T. Marke & John Kelly in the wilds of PNG
Marke, in a reflective mood, before the publication of LOVE ON THE RUN and LOVE IN A HOT CLIMATE
https://deberigny.wordpress.com/2010/11/30/an-author-in-contemplation/#comments
https://deberigny.wordpress.com/2012/10/31/twixt-semites-and-swastikas-temlett-conibeers-greatest-challenge-2/#comments
We were all thrilled with his last adventure novel: ‘Twixt Semites and swastikas: Temlett Conibeer’s greatest challenge’, and we can only wait with expectation for the adventures of Temlett Conibeer in a country wrapped in mystery in “At the West End: Temlett Conibeer in West Papua”.
I was fortunate to glimpse a tantalizing and intriguing short story by Marke recently: “Misogyny, if ever there was”. This could well prepare us in terms of style and description for his next novel.
There’s always considerable charm in the writing of A.C.T. Marke. His Victorian values shine throughout his works. His Holy Grail and his quest for the perfect woman are engendered with his admiration for Her Majesty’s Officers of the Royal Navy. In fact in real life he is known to his friends as the Commander.
With Temlett Conibeer Marke has created a character as English as the Book of Common Prayer and the Authorized King James Version, but Temlett is not a mere reflection of his creator. He is a character who stands alone. There is nothing of the roman à clef in any of Marke’s novels.
I expect that there will be a rush for copies of his coming novel after publication, and it is suggested that you get in quick, and not be disappointed!
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