The Shifting Heart (A&R playtexts)

By Richard Beynon

the universal theme of a persecuted minority is here applied to the sufferings of an Italian immigrant family settling in a resentful Melbourne suburb. What the critics say: "A study of the psychology of racism and its victims" - Oxford History of Australian Literature "this Australian play won a prize in the Observer Play Competition and it is easy to see why. For it is a strong play set in strong words; and strongly played, it leaves a strong imprint on the imagination." -the Observer "A piece of theatre which is exciting, funny and intensely moving." -Daily Herald "Has irresistible warmth and a compelling sincerity that makes it an experience not to be missed." -the Star "A back-porch view of an immigrant family trying to sink their racial pride in a hostile suburb." -Daily Mail "Something very near greatness." -Evening News the universal theme of a persecuted minority is here applied to the sufferings of an Italian immigrant family settling in a resentful Melbourne suburb. What the critics say: "A study of the psychology of racism and its victims" - Oxford History of Australian Literature "this Australian play won a prize in the Observer Play Competition and it is easy to see why. For it is a strong play set in strong words; and strongly played, it leaves a strong imprint on the imagination." -the Observer "A piece of theatre which is exciting, funny and intensely moving." -Daily Herald "Has irresistible warmth and a compelling sincerity that makes it an experience not to be missed." -the Star "A back-porch view of an immigrant family trying to sink their racial pride in a hostile suburb." -Daily Mail "Something very near greatness." -Evening News

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B003ZDZW70
• ISBN13: 9780207133275
• Release Date: January 1982
• Publisher: Angus & Robertson Childrens
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.1" x 0.2" x 5.5"