The Gift Of Story: Three Decades Of UQP Short Stories
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
A landmark anthology of Australian short fiction, The Gift of Story: Three Decades of UQP Short Stories celebrates thirty years of literary excellence published under the University of Queensland Press imprint, curated by editors Marion Halligan and Rosanne Fitzgibbon. The collection gathers some of Australia's most distinguished voices in the short story form, presenting a rich and diverse tapestry of narratives that chronicle the evolution of the genre across three transformative decades of Australian literature. Each story illustrates the breadth and ambition of UQP's commitment to nurturing homegrown talent, showcasing work that ranges from the quietly intimate to the boldly experimental. The tone throughout is one of literary celebration — thoughtful, varied, and deeply attuned to the power of the short form to illuminate the human condition. An essential volume for any reader passionate about Australian writing, it stands as both a historical record and a testament to the enduring vitality of the short story.
Author: Marion Halligan & Rosanne Fitzgibbon
Format: Hardback
Published: 1998, University of Queensland Press
Genre: Anthology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
A landmark anthology of Australian short fiction, The Gift of Story: Three Decades of UQP Short Stories celebrates thirty years of literary excellence published under the University of Queensland Press imprint, curated by editors Marion Halligan and Rosanne Fitzgibbon. The collection gathers some of Australia's most distinguished voices in the short story form, presenting a rich and diverse tapestry of narratives that chronicle the evolution of the genre across three transformative decades of Australian literature. Each story illustrates the breadth and ambition of UQP's commitment to nurturing homegrown talent, showcasing work that ranges from the quietly intimate to the boldly experimental. The tone throughout is one of literary celebration — thoughtful, varied, and deeply attuned to the power of the short form to illuminate the human condition. An essential volume for any reader passionate about Australian writing, it stands as both a historical record and a testament to the enduring vitality of the short story.