Best Australian Short Stories
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Foxing on block - does not extend internally. Pages clean and bright. Usual aging. Faded spine.
A landmark anthology of Australian literature, Best Australian Short Stories presents a carefully curated selection of the finest short fiction to emerge from the Australian literary tradition, compiled by two of the country's most respected literary figures. The collection showcases a rich tapestry of voices, chronicling the lives, landscapes, and struggles that define the Australian experience — from the rugged outback to the complexities of human relationships. With contributions from celebrated authors spanning multiple generations, the anthology illustrates the remarkable depth and diversity of Australian storytelling, capturing both the nation's pioneering spirit and its more intimate, introspective moments. The editors bring a discerning and authoritative eye to their selections, ensuring each story resonates with emotional truth and narrative craft. This essential volume stands as both an accessible introduction for newcomers to Australian literature and an indispensable reference for devoted readers of the short story form.
Author: Douglas Stewart & Beatrice Davis
Format: Hardback
Published: 1971, Lloyd O'Neil
Genre: Anthology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Foxing on block - does not extend internally. Pages clean and bright. Usual aging. Faded spine.
A landmark anthology of Australian literature, Best Australian Short Stories presents a carefully curated selection of the finest short fiction to emerge from the Australian literary tradition, compiled by two of the country's most respected literary figures. The collection showcases a rich tapestry of voices, chronicling the lives, landscapes, and struggles that define the Australian experience — from the rugged outback to the complexities of human relationships. With contributions from celebrated authors spanning multiple generations, the anthology illustrates the remarkable depth and diversity of Australian storytelling, capturing both the nation's pioneering spirit and its more intimate, introspective moments. The editors bring a discerning and authoritative eye to their selections, ensuring each story resonates with emotional truth and narrative craft. This essential volume stands as both an accessible introduction for newcomers to Australian literature and an indispensable reference for devoted readers of the short story form.