This unit provides pathways into Australian literature by making use of the concepts attached to the idea of home. By this method, the unit opens up a way of making intelligible Australia's unique writing and films. It aims, also, to provide a sense of historical chance and includes literary works from the nineteenth century, from representative moments of the twentieth century, and contemporary work from the current century. The overarching question concerning how Australia is home to its inhabitants brings into view issues about the competing claims of Indigenous, settler and migrant Australians. <br/><br/>As a Level 2 unit, this unit aims to build on students' skills in research,... -- Course Website
Instructor: Winthrop Professor Brenda Walker
Prerequisites: any Level 1 English unit
