From Australia with Love: A History of Modern Australian
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Examining the cultural phenomenon of romance novels from the point of view of those who read them and those who write them, this study takes on the journalists, literary critics, and feminists who so freely denigrate Australian romance novels and, in doing so, it lifts the veil of vitriolic criticism that shrouds these books. This is a witty and provocative book dealing with a subject long neglected in cultural and literary history.Library JournalDrawing on research for Flesch's Ph.D. dissertation, her scholarly but highly accessible book takes a critical and insightful look at Australian popular romance during the last half of the 20th century. Taking aim at outdated scholarship, ill-informed critics, and common misconceptions, Flesch sets the record straight and provides much food for thought. This well-done study, relevant to the United States and Canada as well as Australia, is another much-needed addition to the growing body of academic research in the field of romance fiction, and it should find a place in the collections of most academic libraries, especially those supporting programs in women's studies, popular culture, and literature. In addition, its conversational, non-pedantic style makes it a natural for public libraries with active romance readerships. Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.
Introduction : what is this thing called love?9Ch. 1Socks, jocks and books : publishing and marketing romance45Ch. 2Abandoned on the literary doorstep : romance writers73Ch. 3Snuffing this like cocaine : the readers of romance107Ch. 4A woman's place in everywhere145Ch. 5Sex, sand and sweet, savage love177Ch. 6Groping after white ways211Ch. 7The beetroot in the burger249Conclusion : a happy ending287
