The Best Australian Essays 2001

In 2001?s collection of Best Australian Essays, literary critic, Peter Craven, has selected the finest pieces of non-fiction writing from the last twelve months. This is a rich mesmerising collection that shows us the full range of the writing we produce, an absolutely up-to-date anthology for every kind of reader.

Nearly 50 writers have contributed their essays, some of which have appeared in newspapers and journals during the year and many which appear for the very first time.

The anthology reflects the important events that have occurred in Australia and abroad during 2001: from the shocking accounts of the September 11 terrorist attacks and the plight of refugees to the treatment of Australia's indigenous people and life in East Timor. There are also thought provoking pieces on everyday life and personalities as well as riveting essays that examine art, literature and science.

From Mungo MacCallum on Bradman to Peter Porter on Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes, from Brenda Niall on the challenge of writing on the Boyd family to Anne Summers on why Australia does not honour its writers - this collection will have something for every reader.