<description>&lt;p&gt;Alexis Wright is one of the most highly-regarded Australian authors in recent times, winning both the Miles Franklin Literary Award and the Stella Prize - twice.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;Her work is challenging the traditional publishing world and asking some tough questions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;But her passions extend far beyond writing.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Julia explores Alexis’ early beginnings as a young activist, her lifelong dedication to Indigenous land rights and her concerns around global warming, as well as her literary success.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;Show notes:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;Alexis’ latest novel Praiseworthy is published by Giramondo and is available at all good book stores.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;hr&gt;&lt;p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'&gt; Hosted on Acast. See &lt;a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'&gt;acast.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; for more information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Alexis Wright is one of the most highly-regarded Australian authors in recent times, winning both the Miles Franklin Literary Award and the Stella Prize - twice. Her work is challenging the traditional publishing world and asking some tough questions. But her passions extend far beyond writing. In this episode, Julia explores Alexis’ early beginnings as a young activist, her lifelong dedication to Indigenous land rights and her concerns around global warming, as well as her literary success. Show notes: Alexis’ latest novel Praiseworthy is published by Giramondo and is available at all good book stores. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

A Podcast of One's Own with Julia Gillard

Alexis Wright on activism, Indigenous land rights and breaking down literature stereotypes

Alexis Wright on activism, Indigenous land rights and breaking down literature stereotypes

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