Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Tim Winton

I have just been looking at a web page devoted to Tim Winton's latest novel Breath. (The story "On Her Knees" is from his collection, The Turning.) In looking at this site, I made the important discovery that Winton is Austrailan and that his stories, including "On Her Knees" are set in Australia. (In class discussion, I have encouraged speculation that the story might be set in New Zealand...It's not.)

5 comments:

  1. hi! I teach English Lit in Karachi, Pakistan to students studying for their GCE O level Eng Literature..and happened upon your blog..i strive to make them more Computer literate via kickstarting a Facebook group for the ten short stories..but it hasnt taken off very well as kids are averse to using it as areal runtime learning tool..you've given me a kickstart to think outta the box..Thanks, Mr Maclachlan...would really appreciate if we could chat a little!
    All the best,
    Keep motivating, inspiring and reflecting,
    William Henderson
    St. Patrick's High School, Karachi
    Email: wick.hendy@gmail.com

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  2. oh cool i didnt know that it was set in australia

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  3. I have found it difficult to get a lot of background on the actual story "On Her Knees" as it is a;lways tied up with the Turning. Who can help me to get to know the details of this particular story itself?

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  4. I wish to understand the reaction of the mistress once she gets home.
    Help?!

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