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Explore 'The Hate Race,' a powerful memoir by acclaimed Australian author Maxine Beneba Clarke, detailing her personal experiences growing up as a black woman in Australia. This compelling narrative delves into the complexities of race, identity, and the multifaceted nature of Australian society. Maxine's evocative storytelling gives voice to the struggles and triumphs of navigating life in a landscape marked by cultural tensions and intersecting identities. Known for her award-winning short fiction and poetry, Clarke's unique perspective sheds light on broader societal issues while providing a deeply personal account that resonates with readers from all backgrounds. The memoir, published by Hachette Australia in 2018, is a must-read for those interested in contemporary Australian literature, racial dynamics, and personal narratives that challenge societal norms. Garnering critical acclaim, 'The Hate Race' was honored with the NSW Premier's Literary Award for the Multicultural NSW Award in 2017 and has been shortlisted for various prestigious awards. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this gripping book that explores the realities of race and identity in Australia. 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: 9780733640421. Format: B-format paperback. Year: 2018. Publisher: Hachette Australia. Pages: 272.
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: 9780733640421
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Pages: 272
Description:
Maxine Beneba Clarke is a widely published Australian writer of Afro-Caribbean descent. Maxine's short fiction, non-fiction and poetry have been published in numerous publications including Overland, The Age, Meanjin, The Saturday Paper and The Big Issue. Her critically acclaimed short fiction collection Foreign Soil won the ABIA for Literary Fiction Book of the Year 2015 and the 2015 Indie Book Award for Debut Fiction, and was shortlisted for the Matt Richell Award for New Writing at the 2015 ABIAs and the 2015 Stella Prize. She was also named as one of the Sydney Morning Herald's Best Young Novelists for 2015. Maxine has published three poetry collections including Carrying the World, which won the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for Poetry 2017 and was shortlisted for the Colin Roderick Award. The Hate Race, a memoir about growing up black in Australia won the NSW Premier's Literary Award Multicultural NSW Award 2017 and was shortlisted for an ABIA, an Indie Award, the Victorian Premier's Literary Awards and Stella Prize. The Patchwork Bike, Maxine's first picture book with Van T. Rudd was a CBCA Honour Book for 2017. Her children's books include Wide, Big World, Fashionista and When We Say Black Lives Matter.
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: 9780733640421
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Pages: 272
Description:
Maxine Beneba Clarke is a widely published Australian writer of Afro-Caribbean descent. Maxine's short fiction, non-fiction and poetry have been published in numerous publications including Overland, The Age, Meanjin, The Saturday Paper and The Big Issue. Her critically acclaimed short fiction collection Foreign Soil won the ABIA for Literary Fiction Book of the Year 2015 and the 2015 Indie Book Award for Debut Fiction, and was shortlisted for the Matt Richell Award for New Writing at the 2015 ABIAs and the 2015 Stella Prize. She was also named as one of the Sydney Morning Herald's Best Young Novelists for 2015. Maxine has published three poetry collections including Carrying the World, which won the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for Poetry 2017 and was shortlisted for the Colin Roderick Award. The Hate Race, a memoir about growing up black in Australia won the NSW Premier's Literary Award Multicultural NSW Award 2017 and was shortlisted for an ABIA, an Indie Award, the Victorian Premier's Literary Awards and Stella Prize. The Patchwork Bike, Maxine's first picture book with Van T. Rudd was a CBCA Honour Book for 2017. Her children's books include Wide, Big World, Fashionista and When We Say Black Lives Matter.