The Oxford Anthology Of Australian Literature
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Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
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A landmark work in Australian literary studies, The Oxford Anthology of Australian Literature presents a sweeping and authoritative collection of writing drawn from across the continent's rich cultural history. Edited by two of Australia's most respected literary scholars, the anthology gathers poetry, prose, fiction, and non-fiction that together illustrate the breadth and diversity of the Australian literary tradition, from colonial-era voices to the mid-twentieth century. The selection argues, through its careful curation, that Australian literature constitutes a distinct and vital national tradition worthy of serious academic and popular attention. Scholarly yet accessible in tone, the anthology serves as both an essential reference for students and academics and an engaging introduction for general readers seeking to understand the cultural and imaginative forces that have shaped Australian identity. Each carefully chosen text chronicles the evolving relationship between the Australian people and their land, history, and sense of self.
Author: Leonie Kramer And Adrian Mitchell
Format: Hardback
Published: 1985, Oxford University Press
Genre: Anthology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
A landmark work in Australian literary studies, The Oxford Anthology of Australian Literature presents a sweeping and authoritative collection of writing drawn from across the continent's rich cultural history. Edited by two of Australia's most respected literary scholars, the anthology gathers poetry, prose, fiction, and non-fiction that together illustrate the breadth and diversity of the Australian literary tradition, from colonial-era voices to the mid-twentieth century. The selection argues, through its careful curation, that Australian literature constitutes a distinct and vital national tradition worthy of serious academic and popular attention. Scholarly yet accessible in tone, the anthology serves as both an essential reference for students and academics and an engaging introduction for general readers seeking to understand the cultural and imaginative forces that have shaped Australian identity. Each carefully chosen text chronicles the evolving relationship between the Australian people and their land, history, and sense of self.