From the Publisher
A splendidly vivid display . . . carrying the reader by force of its narrative and its sharply detailed, entirely convincing voice—The Times
Miles Franklin's 1901 debut novel remains an insightful exploration of class, gender and youthful frustration—Anita Sethi, Guardian
It combines linguistic surprise and inertness in a way possible only to genius —New York Times
My Brilliant Career blends the intimacy of life writing with the broader scope of a story being retold—Conversation
Unashamedly high-spirited and romantic—COMPANY
A splendidly vivid display ... carrying the reader by force of its narrative and its sharply detailed, entirely convincing voice—THE TIMES
Real Travel Adventures - Bonnie Neely
"As with all the Real Reads books for children this one promotes a terrific discussion about the role of women in modern times and in other places/other times. In this little books are the pathos of women, whose plight was much dimmer in the Western World in times past, with little choice but to get married and keep house for a husband who provided the livelihood. Although Western women are much more in charge of their destiny and daily life now, there are still many choices which must be made. In this book the woman chooses her writing career over a life with a man who loves her, but she discovers she still has to do the chores she thought she could avoid by choosing a single life. Very thought provoking and well written."
Linda Watts University of Washington Bothell
"Bruce K. Martin's deep understanding of Australian history and literature informs both his textual analyses and his editorial choices. He strikes a praiseworthy balance in his introduction—writing with the precision that will appeal to scholars and the clarity that will keep it accessible to students. I particularly appreciate the book's added features, such as the chronology, appendices, and bibliography. The appendices are judiciously selected, and provide readers with a clear sense of the climate of the book's production and reception. With Martin's expert guidance, the reader deftly navigates the work's many complexities."
