Biography & Memoir Australiana True Crime
Underbelly: Shot at Close Range by John Silvester is a compelling true‑crime nonfiction paperback that explores the gritty world of Australian homicide and the underworld figure Carl Williams. Published in 2016, the 400‑page volume blends biography, history and detective storytelling, making it a strong fit for readers of crime, memoir and Australian cultural studies.
This copy is a first edition and bears the author’s signature, adding a personal touch for collectors and fans of Silvester’s investigative work. The book is in good reading condition: the pages are clean and tidy, the binding is tight, and there are no tears, dog‑ears or markings.
The cover shows light scuffing and a faint crease in the back‑cover corner, with a small scuff mark on one interior page, but these minor imperfections do not detract from the overall presentation. It’s an appealing addition for anyone interested in true‑crime narratives, Australian history or gripping memoirs.