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Explore the transformative journeys of four remarkable women in 'A Free Flame,' a captivating literary exploration that dives deep into the lives of celebrated Australian writers—Gwen Harwood, Dorothy Hewett, Christina Stead, and Ruth Park. Each narrative is meticulously woven together, showcasing their struggles and triumphs in a society that often belittled women's artistic aspirations. As you delve into this compelling narrative, discover how these pioneering authors defied societal norms and reshaped their identities as writers. This thought-provoking book combines biography, literary criticism, and cultural history, providing readers with a rich understanding of their contributions to literature. Ideal for students, scholars, and literature enthusiasts, 'A Free Flame' encourages us to reflect on the vital role of women in the arts and continues to inspire those with a passion for storytelling. This brand new publication from UWA Publishing, ISBN 9781742589589, captures the essence of their urgency and talent. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742589589
Year: 2018
Publisher: UWA Publishing
Description:
HIGHLY COMMENDED IN THE 2016 DOROTHY HEWETT AWARD FOR AN UNPUBLISHED MANUSCRIPT
'I need to be a writer,' Ruth Park told her future husband, D'Arcy Niland, on the eve of their marriage. 'That's what I need from life.'
She was not the only one. At a time when women were considered incapable of being 'real' artists, a number of precocious girls in Australian cities were weighing their chances and laying their plans.
A Free Flame explores the lives of four such women, Gwen Harwood, Dorothy Hewett, Christina Stead, and Ruth Park, each of whom went on to become a notable Australian writer.
They were very different women from very different backgrounds, but they shared a sense of urgency around their vocation — their 'need' to be a writer — that would not let them rest.
Weaving biography, literary criticism, and cultural history, this book looks at the ways in which these women laid siege to the artist's identity, and ultimately remade it in their own image.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742589589
Year: 2018
Publisher: UWA Publishing
Description:
HIGHLY COMMENDED IN THE 2016 DOROTHY HEWETT AWARD FOR AN UNPUBLISHED MANUSCRIPT
'I need to be a writer,' Ruth Park told her future husband, D'Arcy Niland, on the eve of their marriage. 'That's what I need from life.'
She was not the only one. At a time when women were considered incapable of being 'real' artists, a number of precocious girls in Australian cities were weighing their chances and laying their plans.
A Free Flame explores the lives of four such women, Gwen Harwood, Dorothy Hewett, Christina Stead, and Ruth Park, each of whom went on to become a notable Australian writer.
They were very different women from very different backgrounds, but they shared a sense of urgency around their vocation — their 'need' to be a writer — that would not let them rest.
Weaving biography, literary criticism, and cultural history, this book looks at the ways in which these women laid siege to the artist's identity, and ultimately remade it in their own image.