Paul Eggert Libri

An investigation of the linked underlying theories behind the different arts and practices of restoring historic objects and texts.

Political turmoil convulses 19th-century Russia, as Razumov, a young student preparing for a career in the czarist bureaucracy, unwittingly becomes embroiled in the assassination of a public official. Asked to spy on the family of the assassin — his close friend — he must come to terms with timeless questions of accountability and human integrity.

Exploring the journey of a renowned Australian literary work, this biography delves into its creation, reception, and enduring impact. It highlights the cultural and historical significance of the book, examining how it reflects and influences Australian identity. The narrative includes insights into the author’s life, the book's evolution over time, and its place in the literary canon, making it a compelling read for those interested in literature and its societal implications.

Paul Eggert remaps the concept of literary critique, providing new justification for close reading and bringing scholarly editions and book history into the centre of literary studies. This book will appeal to students, researchers and editors interested in textual editing, book history, literary theory and the history of reading.