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The Penguin new literary history of Australia

by Laurie Hergenhan, Bruce Bennett

This comprehensive volume re-evaluates Australian literature, placing its development within a broader social context. Loosely organised by chronology, it explores key themes and aspects of the nation's literary history for students and general readers alike.

Accession 24667 ISBN 0140075143 Publisher Penguin
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