Polities and Poetics: Race Relations and Reconciliation in Australian Literature

The 1990s saw a reconciliation movement in Australia, leading to new ways of thinking about race relations and a unique genre of literature. This book explores the political and poetic paradigms of reconciliation and argues that creative writing is essential for a deeper understanding of each other and place.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 220 pages
Publication date: 26 July 2021
Publisher: Peter Lang International Academic Publishers

During the 1990s, a significant reconciliation movement swept across Australia, resulting in massive marches, powerful speeches, and groundbreaking policies that resonated nationwide. This transformative movement brought together Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, fostering a renewed sense of imagination and exploration regarding race relations and the concept of place, belonging, and unity. As a result, a unique genre of literature emerged, characterized by the expression of these new perspectives and articulations of identity. This book delves into the political and poetic paradigms of reconciliation showcased in Australian writing during this period. By carefully examining textual evidence and incorporating a vernacular that contributed to the development of this emerging genre, the author aims to bring together a comprehensive understanding of reconciliation. The book explores the complex interplay between resistance and reconciliation as a means to unravel the intricacies of sovereignty, colonial history, and the future of society. Furthermore, it argues that creative writing holds the key to a deeper understanding of one another and of place, as it enables us to witness, feel, and imagine simultaneously. Through its exploration of the political and poetic dimensions of reconciliation, this book offers valuable insights into the ongoing journey towards a more inclusive and harmonious Australia.

Weight: 341g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788744546
Edition number: New ed