File(s) under permanent embargo
Reading David Malouf’s Remembering Babylon in Tokyo
journal contribution
posted on 2023-05-21, 21:44 authored by Katherine Darian-SmithKatherine Darian-SmithThe recent launch in Tokyo of the Japanese translation of David Malouf's novel Remembering Babylon marked an important moment in the international circulation of Australian literature. Japanese academics and those working in the publishing and cultural industries were among the crowd gathered at the Australian embassy to celebrate. There were speeches from, among others, ambassador Bruce Miller and president of the Japanese Australian Studies Association, Yasue Arimitsu, both enthusiastic about Australian writing and its capacity to generate cross-cultural understanding. I proposed the toast, with a few words about literature and the imagination. Malouf, unable to attend, sent a gracious message of appreciation.
History
Publication title
MeanjinVolume
71Issue
12Pagination
6-9ISSN
0025-6293Department/School
College Office - College of Arts, Law and EducationPublisher
Meanjin Company LtdPlace of publication
131 Barry St, Carlton, Australia, Vic, 3053Repository Status
- Restricted