{"product_id":"australia-day","title":"Australia Day","description":"Discover the captivating collection 'Australia Day' by debut author Melanie Cheng, published by The Text Publishing Company in 2019. This insightful B-format paperback features 272 pages of beautifully woven stories that celebrate the tapestry of modern Australia. From young to old, rich to poor, and diverse cultural backgrounds, Melanie Cheng writes about characters who share a universal desire for belonging. Experience profound themes of love, identity, family, and loss through her vivid storytelling. Each narrative unfolds the complexities of human connections in our globalized society, pushing boundaries and challenging perceptions. Melanie Cheng’s exceptional voice offers a fresh and honest look at contemporary life in Australia, inviting readers into a world of emotional depth and multifaceted experiences. Whether you're a lover of literary fiction, seeking stories that resonate across cultures, or simply curious about the essence of belonging, 'Australia Day' is an essential read that captivates and enlightens. Enjoy the convenience of free shipping on this remarkable title and dive into a book that not only reflects our differences but also unites us in our shared humanity.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781925603972\u003cbr\u003eFormat: B-format paperback\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2019\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: The Text Publishing Company\u003cbr\u003ePages: 272\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription:\u003cbr\u003eAustralia Day is a collection of stories by debut author Melanie Cheng. The people she writes about are young, old, rich, poor, married, widowed, Chinese, Lebanese, Christian, Muslim. What they have in common-no matter where they come from-is the desire we all share to feel that we belong. The stories explore universal themes of love, loss, family and identity, while at the same time asking crucial questions about the possibility of human connection in a globalised world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMelanie Cheng is an important new voice, offering a fresh perspective on contemporary Australia. Her effortless, unpretentious realism balances an insider's sensitivity and understanding with an outsider's clear-eyed objectivity, showing us a version of ourselves richer and more multifaceted than anything we've seen before.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item.  Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.","brand":"RANDOM HOUSE","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":43023643115609,"sku":"PR538489","price":39.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2551\/5502\/files\/9781925603972_SHZAYKDZBDCZ.jpg?v=1769537628","url":"https:\/\/smartfox.co.nz\/products\/australia-day","provider":"SmartfoxNZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}