Discover the latest insights in Australian literature with 'Meanjin Vol 78, No 4', a must-have trade paperback for fans of contemporary fiction and cultural critique. Released on December 3, this bumper edition features six new pieces of Australian short fiction, offering a rich blend of narratives that reflect Australia’s diverse voices. Engage with a compelling essay by Paul Daley that delves into the complex legacy of James Cook, addressing whether he should be viewed as a master navigator or as a symbol of colonial dispossession of First Nations peoples. This edition also showcases contributions from notable writers including Gabrielle Chan, Bri Lee, and Tony Birch, making it an essential read for literary enthusiasts and aspiring writers alike.

Perfect for summer reading, 'Meanjin Vol 78, No 4' invites readers to explore diverse perspectives on Australia's past and present. With its striking cover and quality pages, this trade paperback is an ideal addition to your literary collection or a thoughtful gift for a fellow literature lover.

Order with confidence knowing that this product is BRAND NEW and comes with an ISBN of 9780522875720. Shipping is available nationwide for a seamless purchasing experience, ensuring this collectible journal reaches your door in pristine condition. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Australian literature with 'Meanjin Vol 78, No 4'.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780522875720
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY PUB
Pages: 1


Description:
Publishing on December 3, a Bumper edition of summer reading with six new pieces of Australian short fiction.

'On the afternoon of first contact Cook's crew shot two Gwaegal men who opposed them from the shore. Cook observed, correctly, "all they seem'd to want was for us to be gone".'


In the December issue of Meanjin Paul Daley takes a long look at the complex legacy of James Cook. In a timely essay ahead of the Cook sestercentennial in 2020, Daley digs deep into the many and conflicting strands of this Australian colonial foundation story. Was Cook a blameless master navigator? Or should he be connected intimately to the dispossession of First Nations peoples that followed his voyage of 1770?


Also in this issue, writing from- Gabrielle Chan, Bri Lee, Greg Jericho, Tony Birch, Gregory Day, Robbie Arnott, Ruby Hamad, Mesh Tennakoon, Carmel Bird, Oliver Mestitz, Emma Marie Jones, Belinda Rule, Anthony Lawrence, Geoff Page, Jaya Savige and more.