The Rumpus Room And Other Stories From The Suburbs

Biography & Memoir Australiana

The Rumpus Room and Other Stories from the Suburbs gathers Tim Ross’s wry, affectionate memories of growing up Australian, told in the voice that made him a favourite on radio. This compact, 98-page paperback edition from Brio Books pairs the comedian’s essays with playful illustrations, making it a breezy gift for anyone who loves nostalgic, true-life storytelling.

Inside, Ross recalls backyard bomb-sites, family rumpus rooms and suburbia’s quiet triumphs, all delivered with the observational humour that fans of his broadcasts will instantly recognise. The short, self-contained pieces read like chatty postcards from a shared childhood, perfect for dipping into on a commute or lazy Sunday.

The book is in good used condition: pages are crisp, unmarked and tightly bound, with no writing or dog-ears. A minor surface tear on the back cover is the only blemish; otherwise it’s clean and smoke-free, ready to slide onto a shelf of Australiana, biography or humour collections.

Ideal for readers of Australian history, memoir, or light social commentary, this illustrated softcover offers a quick, smile-inducing tour of the suburbs without leaving home.