Gillian est une écrivaine et historienne dont le travail est profondément enraciné dans son parcours académique. Son approche imaginative de la narration est évidente dans sa prose unique et son exploration thématique. Elle mêle habilement des aperçus historiques à des éléments spéculatifs, créant des récits à la fois stimulants et captivants pour le lecteur. Son dévouement à son art se reflète dans la profondeur et la richesse de ses contributions littéraires.
Set against the backdrop of Australian cities, this suburban fantasy weaves together elements of magic, humor, and the everyday. With a unique blend of pink tutus and sarcasm, the story explores themes of enchantment and resilience amidst challenges like bushfires. The narrative promises a whimsical yet grounded experience, showcasing how the extraordinary can emerge from the mundane.
The book explores the dynamic relationship between individuals and the culture they inhabit, emphasizing how personal narratives influence societal norms and values. It delves into the importance of storytelling as a powerful tool for cultural transformation, highlighting the reciprocal nature of this interaction. Through examining various stories, the text illustrates how individual experiences contribute to the broader cultural landscape, ultimately shaping both personal identities and collective societal narratives.
*The pleasure of your company is requested.* Graceful feet tracing courtly steps. Eyes behind jeweled masks meeting across a room of twirling dancers. Gloved hands touching fleetingly-or gripping swords... Anything can happen at a ball. You are invited to enjoy these stories of fancy and fantasy from thirteen authors, framed in the splendor and elegance of a ballroom. Be it at a house party for diplomats and thieves, or Almacks in a side-universe in which the Patronesses have magic, or a medieval festival just after the plague years ... *Prepare to be swept into the enchantment of the dance *
Shortlisted for the William Atheling Jr Award for Criticism or Review Fiction plays a vital role in describing history and transmitting culture. How writers understand and use history can play an equally important role in how they navigate a novel. This book explores the nature of the author’s relationship with history and fiction – often using writers’ own words – as well as the role history plays in fiction. Focusing on genre fiction, this study considers key issues in the relationship between history and fiction, such as how writers contextualise the history they use in their fiction and how they incorporate historical research. The book also addresses the related topic of world building using history, discussing the connections between the science fiction writers’ notion of world building and the scholarly understanding of story space and explaining the mechanics of constructing the world of the novel. This book places the writing of fiction into a wider framework of history and writing and encourages dialogue between writers and historians.
Set in the year 1305, a team led by Professor Luke Mann embarks on a mission to the Languedoc with aspirations to study the environment and refine delta T. Accompanying him is Artemisia Wormwood, a Medieval historian motivated by the urgent need for funds to save her ailing sister. The narrative intertwines scientific ambition with personal stakes, highlighting the clash between historical exploration and the pressing demands of survival.
In a tale where keys unlock mysterious realms, a young protagonist embarks on a thrilling adventure through fantastical landscapes. Each door leads to unique challenges and encounters with extraordinary beings, testing their courage and wit. Themes of discovery and self-growth weave throughout the narrative, as the protagonist learns valuable lessons about friendship, bravery, and the importance of choices. This enchanting journey captivates readers with its imaginative settings and thought-provoking dilemmas.
This collection features the complete 'Enchanted Australia' series by Gillian Polack, blending contemporary fantasy with the rich tapestry of Australian culture and landscapes. Readers will experience a unique fusion of magic and realism, exploring how the fantastical intersects with everyday life in Australia. The series promises to captivate with its imaginative storytelling and vibrant characters, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.
Grania, a celebrated artist known for her mastery of light, arrives on New Ceres, a society reminiscent of the 18th century, eager to immerse herself in its vibrant culture. However, she soon confronts the harsh realities of its competitive environment, peculiar food customs, and the manipulative Livia, who seeks to shape society to her vision. As Grania marries Dal and establishes her own political salons, tensions rise, leading to a fierce clash of ambitions and chaos in this intriguing new world where the past is reborn.
Ghosts trail after us. They are our fears and the shape of our hates. We bring them into our lives and into our homes. Poltergeists and the spirits of drowned girls; malicious presences and portents; cat vampires and roaming bushrangers. These ghosts haunt Canberra - these ghosts can kill. Lil is elegant and troubled. Ann has just retired and is about to divorce: she sees vistas of nothingness in her future. Mabel is wedded to her garden. Kat is fifteen and has tried hard to drop out of life. It takes these four women, one cup of tea at a time, to face the ghosts and other supernatural beings in Canberra. But can they face down the darkness and keep Canberra's streets clear of danger?