In the Glass Case
Over a quarter of a century, C. K. Stead has built up a widely accessible collection of reviews and critical essays on New Zealand literature. In the Glass Case covers a wide spectrum of New Zealand writers, who are examined from a remarkably consistent viewpoint. The title is symbolic: New Zealand books were once held in a glass-fronted bookcase at the University of Auckland library. These were considered rare, although they are now out on the open shelves. Stead's views are often controversial and provoke discussion and passionate debate from other critics. This is not only an enlightening look into New Zealand literature and C. K. Stead, it is also a very enjoyable read.
English edition · First published 1981 by Independent Publishers Group (Chicago Review Press) · ISBN 9781775580928
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Editions
5 editions
English
- In the Glass Case · Independent Publishers Group (Chicago Review Press) · 2013 · ISBN 9781775580928 This page
- In the Glass Case: Essays on New Zealand Literature · Auckland University Press · 2013 · ISBN 9781775583400
- In the Glass Case: Essays on New Zealand Literature · Auckland University Press · 2013 · ISBN 9781869407056
- In the Glass Case: Essays on New Zealand Literature · Auckland University Press · 1981 · ISBN 9780196479958
- In the Glass Case: Essays on New Zealand Literature · Auckland University Press · 1981 · ISBN 9781775585718
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