The Irishman
For the 1978 film, see The Irishman (film).
 First edition | |
| Author | Elizabeth O'Conner |
|---|---|
| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Angus and Robertson, Australia |
Publication date | 1960 |
| Media type | Print (Hardback & Paperback) |
| Pages | 318pp |
| Preceded by | – |
| Followed by | Find a Woman |
The Irishman (1960) is a Miles Franklin Award-winning novel by Australian author Elizabeth O'Conner.
Story outline
The novel follows the experiences of Paddy Doolan, an Irish horse wagoner and his son Michael in the Gulf Country of north-eastern Australia.[1] It is set in the early 1920s when horse-drawn transport was challenged by the advent of motor vehicles and aircraft—change which Doolan cannot accept.[2]
Film adaptation
In 1978, the book was adapted for the screen and directed by Donald Crombie in a film of the same name. The film featured Michael Craig, Simon Burke and Robyn Nevin in the lead roles.[3]
References
- ↑ Middlemiss, Perry "The Irishman", 11 September 2001. Accessed 10 July 2015
- ↑ Hill, Lisa "The Irishman, by Elizabeth O’Conner" at nzlitlovers.com, 19 April 2012. Accessed 10 July 2015
- ↑ Internet Movie DataBase - The Irishman (1978)
| Awards and achievements | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by The Big Fellow |
Miles Franklin Award recipient 1960 |
Succeeded by Riders in the Chariot |
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