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On John Marsden

by Alice Pung

This volume in the Writers on Writers series examines the work of John Marsden, focusing on his philosophy of adolescence and the influence of personal experience on his craft. It considers the portrayal of darkness in young adult fiction and its impact on readers.

Accession 17026 ISBN 9781863959568 Publisher Black Inc.
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