Thea Astley: Inventing Her Own Weather

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The narrative explores the life and career of Thea Astley, a pioneering female author known for her impactful novels and short stories, including Drylands. Celebrated for winning the Miles Franklin Award four times, she broke barriers for women in literature. Karen Lamb utilizes extensive interviews and correspondence to delve into Astley's personal life, revealing her wit, compassion, and the challenges she faced as a woman writer. This biography offers insights into how her experiences shaped her remarkable literary contributions.