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Adams, Francis
1862
1893
Adams, Francis W. L. (Francis William Lauderdale)
Adams, Francis William Lauderdale
Adams, Francis William L.
Australian Essays
Preface -- Melbourne and her civilization -- The poetry of Adam Lindsay Gordon -- The Salvation Army -- Sydney and her civilization -- Culture -- "Dawnwards," a dialogue.
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"Australian Essays" by Francis W. L. Adams is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. The book explores various aspects of Australian civilization, culture, and poetry, providing insights into the social dynamics of cities like Melbourne and Sydney. Through his examination of these topics, Adams engages with the evolution of Australian identity and the influences of Anglo-Saxon heritage on the emerging nation. The opening of "Australian Essays" presents a preface reflecting Adams' perspective on the Australian Press and its role in shaping cultural narratives. He highlights the lack of critical discourse surrounding Australian identity, emphasizing the city of Melbourne as a microcosm of knowledge, power, and progress. He portrays Melbourne as a city striving to assert itself culturally, while simultaneously grappling with its identity, drawing attention to its Anglo-Saxon roots and the resulting complexities. Through this lens, Adams sets the tone for a broader discussion on the significance of literature, culture, and social issues within Australian society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Gordon, Adam Lindsay, 1833-1870
Australia -- Social life and customs
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