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Discover the riveting journey of self-discovery in 'Stranger Country'. In this engaging memoir, first-generation Australian Monica Tan embarks on an epic six-month adventure across Australia, covering 30,000 kilometers that redefine her understanding of belonging. As a Chinese Australian navigating her identity, Monica grapples with questions of place and heritage in a land rich with deep Indigenous culture. Through stunning landscapes, she meets a diverse array of Australians—from miners and farmers to artists and small business owners. This captivating narrative uncovers the essence of Australia, blending personal reflection with travel adventure. Explore the beautiful and remote corners of the country, while Monica's insightful observations challenge the traditional myths of Australia. 'Stranger Country' is more than a travel memoir; it is a thoughtful exploration of identity, community, and what it means to belong in a multicultural nation. Perfect for readers interested in Australian literature, travel memoirs, and narratives of cultural identity, this book will inspire wanderlust and a deeper understanding of Australia's unique spirit. Join Monica on her journey—buy 'Stranger Country' today and immerse yourself in her eye-opening experiences! This title is brand new, published by Allen & Unwin in 2019, featuring 336 captivating pages. Order now for fast delivery to your door, so you can start your own journey through the pages of this remarkable book.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760632212
Year: 2019
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 336
Description:
'Will I ever really belong to this country? As a Chinese Australian? As a non-Indigenous Australian? . . . I was 32 years old and barely knew the country of my birth. It was time to change that.'
What happens when a 32-year-old first-generation Australian woman decides to chuck in a dream job, pack a sleeping bag and tent, and hit the long, dusty road for six months?
Thirty-thousand kilometres later, Monica Tan has the answer, and it completely surprises her.
In mid-2016, Monica left Sydney, unsure of her place in Australia. As a Chinese Australian city slicker, she couldn't have felt more distant from powerful mythologies like the Digger, the Drover's Wife and Clancy of the Overflow. And more importantly, Monica wondered, how could she ever feel she truly belonged to a land that has been the spiritual domain of Indigenous Australians for over 60,000 years?
Stranger Country is the riveting account of the six months Monica drove and camped her way through some of Australia's most beautiful and remote landscapes. She shared meals, beers and conversations with miners, greynomads, artists, farmers, community workers and small business owners from across the nation: some Aboriginal, some white, some Asian, and even a few who managed to be all three. The result is an enthralling and entertaining celebration of the spirit of adventure, a thoughtful quest for understanding, and a unique portrait of Australia and all it means to those who live here.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760632212
Year: 2019
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 336
Description:
'Will I ever really belong to this country? As a Chinese Australian? As a non-Indigenous Australian? . . . I was 32 years old and barely knew the country of my birth. It was time to change that.'
What happens when a 32-year-old first-generation Australian woman decides to chuck in a dream job, pack a sleeping bag and tent, and hit the long, dusty road for six months?
Thirty-thousand kilometres later, Monica Tan has the answer, and it completely surprises her.
In mid-2016, Monica left Sydney, unsure of her place in Australia. As a Chinese Australian city slicker, she couldn't have felt more distant from powerful mythologies like the Digger, the Drover's Wife and Clancy of the Overflow. And more importantly, Monica wondered, how could she ever feel she truly belonged to a land that has been the spiritual domain of Indigenous Australians for over 60,000 years?
Stranger Country is the riveting account of the six months Monica drove and camped her way through some of Australia's most beautiful and remote landscapes. She shared meals, beers and conversations with miners, greynomads, artists, farmers, community workers and small business owners from across the nation: some Aboriginal, some white, some Asian, and even a few who managed to be all three. The result is an enthralling and entertaining celebration of the spirit of adventure, a thoughtful quest for understanding, and a unique portrait of Australia and all it means to those who live here.