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Discover the illuminating journey of Joseph Furphy's Australian classic, 'Such is Life', through its various editions and cultural significance. This brand-new trade paperback (UK) edition, published by Sydney University Press in 2022, delves into the historical evolution of the text from its original handwritten manuscript to the multiple reworkings it has undergone since its publication in 1903. This essential read explores a vital piece of Australia's literary heritage and examines how the novel's diverse interpretations reflect the broader Australian cultural identity. Literary detective Osborne skillfully traces the economic and cultural influences that have shaped this cherished work, highlighting the impact of its early editors who aimed to sanitize Furphy’s original socialist message and unique Australian slang for a broader market. With the ongoing debates regarding which version of the text is the authoritative one, this publication stands as a cornerstone for students and enthusiasts of Australian literature alike. Don't miss your chance to own this significant addition to your collection. Enjoy free shipping on this item, with delivery taking up to 6 weeks. Please note, once an order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
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: 9781743327692
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Sydney University Press
Description:
Since its publication in 1903, Joseph Furphy’s Such is Life has become established as an Australian classic. But which version of the novel is the authoritative text, and what does its history reveal about Australian cultural life?
From Furphy’s handwritten manuscript through numerous editions, a controversial abridgement for the British market (condemned by A.D. Hope as a 'mutilation'), and periods of obscurity and rediscovery, the text has been reshaped and repackaged by many hands. Furphy’s first editors at the Bulletin diluted his socialist message and “corrected” his Australian slang to create a more marketable book. Later, literary players including Vance and Nettie Palmer, Miles Franklin, Kate Baker and Angus & Robertson all took an interest in how Furphy’s work should be published.
In a fascinating piece of literary detective work, Osborne traces the book’s journey and shows how economic and cultural forces helped to shape the novel we read today.
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: 9781743327692
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Sydney University Press
Description:
Since its publication in 1903, Joseph Furphy’s Such is Life has become established as an Australian classic. But which version of the novel is the authoritative text, and what does its history reveal about Australian cultural life?
From Furphy’s handwritten manuscript through numerous editions, a controversial abridgement for the British market (condemned by A.D. Hope as a 'mutilation'), and periods of obscurity and rediscovery, the text has been reshaped and repackaged by many hands. Furphy’s first editors at the Bulletin diluted his socialist message and “corrected” his Australian slang to create a more marketable book. Later, literary players including Vance and Nettie Palmer, Miles Franklin, Kate Baker and Angus & Robertson all took an interest in how Furphy’s work should be published.
In a fascinating piece of literary detective work, Osborne traces the book’s journey and shows how economic and cultural forces helped to shape the novel we read today.