My Brilliant Career

Name: My Brilliant Career
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780143105053
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By Miles Franklin

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Summary

My Brilliant Career by Miles Franklin follows the journey of Sybylla Melvyn, a young woman in late 19th-century Australia who dreams of a life beyond the constraints imposed by her rural upbringing. Caught between societal expectations and her desire for independence and artistic expression, Sybylla navigates challenges in love, family, and identity. Through her candid and often humorous narration, the novel explores themes of self-discovery and the pursuit of ambitions.
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This book may appeal to you if you're drawn to stories of strong, independent women forging their own paths. Set in the Australian bush, it's a vivid portrayal of ambition and adventure, offering insight into the societal roles and personal choices faced by women at the turn of the century. Perfect for those who enjoy a blend of cultural exploration and personal narrative.

My Brilliant Career

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The fierce, irreverent novel of aspiration and rebellion that is both a cornerstone of Australian literature and a feminist classic.

Miles Franklin began the candid, passionate, and contrary My Brilliant Career when she was only sixteen, intending it to be the Australian answer to Jane Eyre. But the book she produced—a thinly veiled autobiographical novel about a young girl hungering for life and love in the outback—so scandalised her country upon its appearance in 1901 that she insisted it not be published again until ten years after her death.

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My Brilliant Career by Miles Franklin is often praised as a pioneering work of Australian literature. Critics admire its vivid depiction of the Australian landscape and its exploration of a young woman's struggle for independence. The protagonist's strong, spirited character and the author's bold storytelling have left a lasting impression on readers, making it a celebrated classic in the genre.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143105053

Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 October 2007

Country: United States

Imprint: Penguin USA

Contributors:

Introduction by Sandra M. Gilbert

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 215g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Sandra M. Gilbertteaches at the University of California, Davis.

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