ISBN10: 0195537424, ISBN13: 9780195537420, [publisher: Oxford University Press Australia, Australia, Melbourne] Softcover The four Australians featured in this book - Barry Humphries, Clive James, Germaine Greer and Robert Hughes - are all writers and performers who decided to leave their native land in the late 1950s or early 1960s and to pursue their "brilliant careers" abroad. Ian Britain's profiles of their careers concentrate on the reasons for their expatriatism and consider what aspects of their Australian identity they have retained. His study of this generation of Australian expatriates combines elements of biography, cultural criticism and social history. The profiles are based on a wide range of their subjects' writings and public pronouncements in the press, or on radio and television, stretching back over nearly half a century. These sources, the author maintains, help to illuminate the inner life and abiding preoccupations of this famous foursome more effectively than any personal interviews with them. As well as charting the life and work of four vibrant individuals, Ian Britain's book seeks to suggest what is distinctive about them as a generational group, and contains some reflections on how far they may be seen as the "last expatriates" - the most vivid flowers of a dying breed. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamage ...

ISBN10: 0195537424, ISBN13: 9780195537420, [publisher: Oxford University Press Australia, Australia, Melbourne] Softcover The four Australians featured in this book - Barry Humphries, Clive James, Germaine Greer and Robert Hughes - are all writers and performers who decided to leave their native land in the late 1950s or early 1960s and to pursue their "brilliant careers" abroad. Ian Britain's profiles of their careers concentrate on the reasons for their expatriatism and consider what aspects of their Australian identity they have retained. His study of this generation of Australian expatriates combines elements of biography, cultural criticism and social history. The profiles are based on a wide range of their subjects' writings and public pronouncements in the press, or on radio and television, stretching back over nearly half a century. These sources, the author maintains, help to illuminate the inner life and abiding preoccupations of this famous foursome more effectively than any personal interviews with them. As well as charting the life and work of four vibrant individuals, Ian Britain's book seeks to suggest what is distinctive about them as a generational group, and contains some reflections on how far they may be seen as the "last expatriates" - the most vivid flowers of a dying breed. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamage ...

ISBN10: 0195537424, ISBN13: 9780195537420, [publisher: - -] Hardcover This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping.
[Reading, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1998]

Oxford University Press 1998 hardcover Good Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!

Oxford University Press, USA, Date: 1998. Hardcover. Good. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. 1998. Oxford University Press, USA ISBN 0195537424 9780195537420 [US]

Oxford University Press, USA, Date: 1998-07-30. Hardcover. Good. 1998. Oxford University Press, USA ISBN 0195537424 9780195537420 [US]

Melbourne, VIC, Australia: Oxford University Press, Date: 1997 290 Pages. The dust jacket has minor wear. The exposed edges of the cover underneath has a few small scuffs. The page edges slightly tanned. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown.. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Size F: 9"-10" Tall (228-254mm). 1997. Oxford University Press ISBN 0195537424 9780195537420 [AU]

ISBN10: 0195537424, ISBN13: 9780195537420, [publisher: Oxford University Press, Melbourne] Hardcover First Edition xiv+290pp., Pictorial full colour illustrated dustjacket with b/w portait of author inside rear flap- covered in removable protective clear plastic, pink papered boards with white text to spine, yellow endpapers, preface by author, notes, index. As well as charting the life and work of four vibrant individuals, Ian Britain's book suggests what is distinctive about them as a generational group, and reflects on how far they may be seen as the 'last expatriates'- the most vivid flowers of a dying breed. Size: Octavo
[Melbourne, VIC, Australia] [Publication Year: 1997]

Oxford University Press 1998 hardcover Good Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Oxford University Press 1998 Hardcover New Size: 9x6x1; New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!

Oxford University Press. Hardcover. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Oxford University Press ISBN 0195537424 9780195537420 [US]