George Robertson: A Publishing Life in Letters
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Author: Tony Barker
Format: Paperback
Discover the man who built the bedrock of Australian literature, letter by passionate letter.
In 1886, a young Scot named George Robertson helped found the iconic firm Angus & Robertson. More than just a bookseller, Robertson became the visionary publisher who defined Australian letters for nearly half a century, championing an entire generation of writers.
This lively account by Anthony Barker delves into Robertson’s vast and fascinating correspondence, providing a privileged, behind-the-scenes look at the birth of a national literature. The letters, culled from four decades of archives, reveal the complex, often fiery relationships between the autocratic but generous Robertson and his legendary authors:
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Henry Lawson
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"Banjo" Paterson
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Miles Franklin
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Norman Lindsay
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C.J. Dennis
Sometimes terse, often witty, always driven by a fierce dedication to quality, these exchanges chart the journey of Australian literature from colonial curiosity to national success, culminating in phenomenal triumphs like the publication of The Man from Snowy River.
A unique and essential informal history, this volume offers a vivid portrait of the man who became the founding father of Australian publishing.
NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: Tony Barker
Format: Paperback
Discover the man who built the bedrock of Australian literature, letter by passionate letter.
In 1886, a young Scot named George Robertson helped found the iconic firm Angus & Robertson. More than just a bookseller, Robertson became the visionary publisher who defined Australian letters for nearly half a century, championing an entire generation of writers.
This lively account by Anthony Barker delves into Robertson’s vast and fascinating correspondence, providing a privileged, behind-the-scenes look at the birth of a national literature. The letters, culled from four decades of archives, reveal the complex, often fiery relationships between the autocratic but generous Robertson and his legendary authors:
-
Henry Lawson
-
"Banjo" Paterson
-
Miles Franklin
-
Norman Lindsay
-
C.J. Dennis
Sometimes terse, often witty, always driven by a fierce dedication to quality, these exchanges chart the journey of Australian literature from colonial curiosity to national success, culminating in phenomenal triumphs like the publication of The Man from Snowy River.
A unique and essential informal history, this volume offers a vivid portrait of the man who became the founding father of Australian publishing.