On Our Selection (eBook)

Steele Rudd (Autor)

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2022
102 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654701273-3 (EAN)

Infos

In Steele Rudd's classic Australian novel 'On Our Selection', the reader is transported to the rugged and unforgiving outback where a struggling farmer, Dad Rudd, and his eccentric family battle against the harsh forces of nature. Written in a colloquial and humorous style, the novel provides a poignant portrayal of rural life in late 19th century Australia. With witty dialogue and vivid descriptions, Rudd captures the essence of the Australian bush in a way that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. 'On Our Selection' is a prime example of Australian bush literature, a genre that explores the unique challenges and triumphs of life in the outback. The novel's enduring popularity speaks to its timeless themes of family, resilience, and the bond between humans and nature. Readers interested in Australian literature or tales of pioneering spirit will find 'On Our Selection' a captivating and enlightening read.

Autor

Steele Rudd is the pseudonym of Arthur Hoey Davis (1868–1935), an Australian writer best known for his rural-themed fiction, particularly the collection of short stories titled 'On Our Selection' (1899). This seminal work paints a vivid picture of Australian bush life and has been fundamental in shaping the portrayal of Australian rural culture in literature (Blake, 2003). As a former farmer and a public servant, Rudd drew heavily on his personal experiences of the harsh and often humorous realities of Australian bush life. His 'Dad and Dave' stories, which began with 'On Our Selection', remain among the most popular and enduringly affectionate accounts of Australian country life. They humorously depict the lives of the Rudd family on their selection – a term for a plot of land allotted to settlers by the government under a now-defunct policy intended to encourage domestic agriculture. Rudd's work is characterized by a strong sense of realism, an ear for authentic dialogue, and a wry sense of humor. While some critique his romanticized depiction of pioneering Australia, Rudd's work nevertheless presents an insightful and comedic exploration of community and resilience in the outback. The 'Selection' series, comprising several volumes, has been adapted into stage plays, radio serials, and movies, further cementing Rudd's legacy as a foundational figure in Australian literature and cultural heritage (Greenwood, 1995).

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 28.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Comic / Humor / Manga ► Humor / Satire
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • Australia • Australian • Australian classic literature • Australian comedy • Australian countryside • Australian literary humor • Australian rural humor • classic farming tales • Colonial Australian Fiction • colonial Australian narrative • English literature • family stories • farm life • Fiction • Hardships and joys • historical fiction Australia • humorous stories • humorous tales • literary fiction countryside • On Our Selection book • pioneer stories • rural Australian life • Rural Families • rural life fiction • social life and customs • Steele Rudd legacy • Steele Rudd novel