Covering writers from Michelle de Kretser to Gerald Murnane, Alexis Wright to Helen Garner, The Cambridge Companion to the Australian Novel provides a contemporary view of Australian fiction, including unprecedented coverage of First Nations authors. This book is an excellent reference source on a subject of growing interest to researchers.
Exploring the lives of outsiders and challenging societal norms, Trollope's works reflect a deep empathy for marginalized characters in the Victorian era. This literary companion provides A-to-Z entries on his novels, short stories, and nonfiction, highlighting key themes and insights into his pioneering character development and narrative techniques. Contributors offer contemporary perspectives on Trollope's relevance to feminism, queer studies, and transnationalism, enriching the understanding of his contributions to literature and human nature.