Thea Astley Selected Poems
Thea Astley Selected Poems by Thea Astley is a noteworthy collection published by University of Queensland Press in 2017. This edition comprises 167 pages and is presented in English. It features a selection of poems that have not been previously published, showcasing the evolution of Astley as a writer and her enduring passion for poetry.
Readers will find a diverse array of themes within this collection, including reflections on wartime Brisbane, the natural landscape, and small-town life. The poems provide insight into Astley’s development as a literary figure, highlighting her unique voice and perspective. This collection serves as an important contribution to the body of Australian poetry, particularly from a woman author, and offers a glimpse into the personal and artistic journey of a celebrated literary legend.
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The first published collection of poetry by Australian literary legend Thea Astley. This exciting collection by Australian literary legend Thea Astley brings together for the first time many poems that have never been seen or published. Winning multiple prizes for her fiction, including four Miles Franklin Awards, Astley’s earliest ambition was to write poetry. It remained her private passion throughout her student days and into adulthood. These surprising and satisfying poems chart her development as a writer, evoking wartime Brisbane, the natural landscape and small-town life.
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