Dimensions
162 x 233 x 18mm
Gary Crew believes that reading "opens our hearts and intellects to others". 'Strange Journeys' explores the mind of one of the most awarded and highly acclaimed writers working in Australia today. Crew's novels explore the themes of the quest for self-knowledge, cultural identity and displacement.
In 'Strange Journeys' Bernard McKenna and Sharyn Pearce examine these works, not only by highlighting stylistic features of plot, characterisation, imagery and symbolism, but also by asking how Crew's background informs his writing? What are his beliefs, his inspirations? How does he work? How has Crew's work developed from his first novel to his most recent?
'Strange Journeys' is a fascinating book - not only from the perspective of a more profound reading of Crew's work, but also as the mechanics of the writer at work are exposed. The insight into the workings of this best-selling author makes 'Strange Journeys' an indispensable guide for anyone serious about reading or writing - teachers, academics and students alike.
