Finding Furphy Country: Such Is Life and Literary Tourism

Authors

  • Brigid Magner RMIT University

Keywords:

Joseph Furphy, literary tourism

Abstract

Joseph Furphy, considered to be "the father of the Australian novel" is best known for Such is Life which remains a classic that “nobody reads and even fewer comprehend”. In recent times, there has been a resurgence of interest in Furphy, as evidenced by the range of celebratory activities now associated with him. Fans may visit both “real” and “imaginary” geographies in their search for connection with Furphy’s legend. This paper will consider a range of sites within the nascent Furphy heritage industry, arguing that they offer tourists opportunities to emotionally re-engage with Australia’s frontier past.

Author Biography

  • Brigid Magner, RMIT University
    Lecturer School of Media & Communication City campus

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Published

2013-06-28

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 1 (2013): Joseph Furphy Centenary Issue

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Articles

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How to Cite

Finding Furphy Country: Such Is Life and Literary Tourism. (2013). Journal of the Association for the Study of Australian Literature, 13(1). https://openjournals.library.sydney.edu.au/JASAL/article/view/9853