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Nonfiction Book Review: Australian Classics, by Jane Gleeson-White
Reviewed by Sally Murphy
50 great writers and their celebrated works.
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This useful reference explores fifty classic pieces of Australian literature, discussing the influences which shaped each book, the author’s background, events of the day and more. The fifty chosen books range in time from Rolf Boldrewood’s 1882 novel Robbery Under Arms to Tim Winton’s 1991 offering Cloudstreet, and in form from fiction and nonfiction prose, to children’s books and poetry.Whilst readers may have their own ideas about which fifty Australian books should be included in such a collection, the author acknowledges that many worthy offerings have been exclude by inviting other Australians – including Frank Moorehouse and David Malouf – to share their own lists of favourite Australian books. Lovers and students of Australian literature will find much to absorb here –new aspects of old favourites as well as perhaps an awareness of gaps in their personal reading or home libraries. An excellent reference.  Australian Classics: 50 Great Writers and their Celebrated Works, by Jane Gleeson-White
Allen & Unwin, 2007 This book can be purchased online from Fishpond. Buying through this link supports Aussiereviews.
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