Thea Astley: Inventing Her Own Weather

Dive into the compelling biography of Thea Astley: Inventing Her Own Weather, a must-read for fans of Australian literature and women's writing. This engaging narrative explores the life of Thea Astley (1925-2004), one of Australia’s most celebrated authors, who authored over a dozen novels and short story collections, including notable works like The Acolyte, The Slow Natives, and Drylands. As the pioneering female writer who won the prestigious Miles Franklin Award four times, Astley’s literary achievements and influence are incredibly significant in Australian literary history. In this carefully crafted biography, Karen Lamb presents a detailed portrait of both Thea the woman and Astley the author. Through insightful interviews and rich correspondence, Lamb uncovers the depths of Astley’s life, illuminating how her personal experiences shaped her remarkable body of work. This book offers readers a profound understanding of the woman behind the words, showcasing her unique blend of dry wit, compassion, and eccentricity. Discover why Thea Astley's legacy continues to resonate with readers worldwide. With FREE shipping available, this beautifully crafted trade paperback is the perfect addition to any literary collection. Don't miss your chance to explore the life of a woman who defied domestic limitations to create a lasting impact on literature.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780702253560
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2015
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Pages: 376


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Thea Astley- Inventing Her Own Weather is the long-awaited biography of one of Australia's most beloved authors. Over a fifty-year writing career, Thea Astley (1925-2004) published more than a dozen novels and short story collections, including The Acolyte, The Slow Natives and, finally,Drylands in 1999. She was the first woman to win multiple Miles Franklin Awards - four in total. With many of her works published internationally, Astley was a trailblazer for women writers. In her personal life, she was renowned for her dry wit, eccentricity and compassion. A loving mother and wife, she rose above the domestic limitations imposed on women at the time to carve out a professional life true to her creative drive. Karen Lamb has drawn on an unparalleled range of interviews and correspondence to create a detailed picture of Thea the woman, as well as Astley the writer. She has sought to understand Astley's private world and how that shaped the distinctive body of work that is Thea Astley's literary legacy. 'An insight into the life of an author whose own existence was such a profound influence and source of inspiration for her writing. Four stars.' Books+Publishing 'Fascinating and insightful.' Sydney Morning Herald

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