Just A Man Called Phonse: The Anything But Ordinary Life Of A.V. Phonse Tobin
Des Tobin’s biography Just A Man Called Phonse traces the anything-but-ordinary life of A.V. “Phonse” Tobin, a beloved Australian funeral director whose compassion and humour touched thousands. This first edition hardcover from Killaghy Publishing (2018) delivers an engaging, true-story narrative ideal for adults and young adults curious about the funeral trade or searching for an uplifting memoir.
The book arrives in very good condition: crisp, unmarked pages, a tight binding, and only light scuffing to the protected dust jacket—no writing, dog-ears, or tears. Collectors prize clean first printings of Australian biography, and this copy meets that standard while remaining ready for relaxed reading.
Whether you’re expanding a true-stories shelf or hunting a heartfelt gift, Just A Man Called Phonse offers an intimate portrait of a man who quietly shaped his community. Secure this gently loved edition today and enjoy a story that celebrates ordinary kindness in an extraordinary life.
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