Cracking the Spine

Name: Cracking the Spine
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781925052039
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Ten Australian Stories and How They Were Written

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Cracking the Spine is a gripping exploration of the complexities of human relationships and identity. The story weaves together the journeys of several characters, each grappling with personal challenges and societal expectations. Through their interconnected lives, the novel beautifully illustrates themes of resilience, transformation, and the quest for self-understanding.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring short stories that delve into the human experience. Each tale is crafted by an author exploring themes of identity, emotion, or change, offering a diverse tapestry of contemporary fiction. It's perfect for readers who appreciate thought-provoking narratives and a deeper understanding of life's complexities.

Storiesand essays by ten talented Australian writers, including Maria Takolander, Tony Birch, MarionHalligan, Ryan O'Neill and Jennifer Mills. Introduction by Amanda Lohrey.

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Cracking the Spine explores ten Australian stories and how they were written, featuring stories and essays by ten talented writers, including Maria Takolander, Tony Birch, and Jennifer Mills. An introduction by Amanda Lohrey sets the stage.

This anthology is one of the most innovative resources in Australian literature in recent years. It presents contemporary short stories, each accompanied by a commentary from its author, breaking down the barriers between the creative and discursive, the imagistic and the expository.

With its focus on cutting-edge, innovative writers and a broad definition of Australian identity, Cracking the Spine is designed to be accessible to undergraduate students while also providing informative and challenging content for their teachers. What a thrill to see a work like this come about!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925052039

Publisher: Spineless Wonders

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: Spineless Wonders

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

Edited by Bronwyn Mehan
Edited by Julie Chevalier

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 220

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Fiction General Fiction

About the Author

Julie Chevalier is a poet and short story writer. She grew up in New Jersey and went to St. Lawrence University in upstate New York, and now lives in Sydney. Bronwyn Mehan is a poet and fiction writer, and runs Spineless Wonders.