The Shiralee (novel)
 First UK edition | |
| Author | D'Arcy Niland |
|---|---|
| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
| Publisher |
Angus & Robertson (Australia/UK) 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
- ↑ "NOVELS An Australian couple give us rare reading.". The Argus (Melbourne: National Library of Australia). 24 September 1955. p. 6 Supplement: The Argus WEEKENDER. Retrieved 28 May 2014.
- ↑ "Dinkum Cobbers: THE SHIRALEE. By D'Arcy Niland. 250 pp. New York. William Sloane Associates. $3.50." Cobb, Jane. New York Times 25 Sep 1955: BR32
- ↑ "Darcy hits the jackpot.". The Argus (Melbourne: National Library of Australia). 25 July 1955. p. 4. Retrieved 28 May 2014.
External links
- The Shiralee at Darcyniland.com
- The Shiralee at AustLit
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