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Susan Wyndham & Brigitta Olubas – Shirley Hazzard and Elizabeth Harrower: The Letters

The Sydney Institute Podcast

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Literary Journeys: Harrower and Hazzard

This chapter delves into the formative years of authors Elizabeth Harrower and Shirley Hazzard, exploring their challenging family backgrounds and the personal struggles that shaped their literary careers. It highlights their correspondence and the intricate dynamics of their relationship, emphasizing themes of reconciliation, creativity, and the complexities of family ties. Additionally, the speakers reflect on the collaborative effort of curating their letters into a biography, sharing insights from their process and the importance of preserving the authors' voices.

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