The Shiralee (novel)

The Shiralee
Author D'Arcy Niland
Country Australia
Language English
Publisher Angus & Robertson (Australia)
William Sloane Associates (USA)
Publication date
 1955

The Shiralee is the debut full length novel by D'Arcy Niland. It was adapted into a movie in 1957 and a mini series in 1987.

Plot

The swagman Macauley takes his young daughter Buster on the road with him.

Reception

The Argus called it a "great Australian novel".[1]

The New York Times called it a "fine story" which Niland "told well... Mr Niland's approach is honest as it is refreshing... one wants to hear more from him".[2]

Film rights were sold in 1955 for a reported £10,000.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "NOVELS An Australian couple give us rare reading.". The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957) (Melbourne, Vic.: National Library of Australia). 24 September 1955. p. 6 Supplement: The Argus WEEKENDER. Retrieved 28 May 2014.
  2. ↑ Dinkum Cobbers: THE SHIRALEE. By D'Arcy Niland. 250 pp. New York. William Sloane Associates. $3.50. Cobb, Jane. New York Times (1923-Current file) [New York, N.Y] 25 Sep 1955: BR32
  3. ↑ "Darcy hits the jackpot.". The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957) (Melbourne, Vic.: National Library of Australia). 25 July 1955. p. 4. Retrieved 28 May 2014.

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