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96 - My Brilliant Career (with Bec Petraitis and Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall)
Nov 21, 2023
Bec Petraitis, an Australian novelist, and Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall, a comedian, join the host to discuss Miles Franklin's classic Australian novel, My Brilliant Career. They explore topics such as Australian literature, film settings in Australian cinema, family dynamics of the protagonist, challenges of buying furniture, the protagonist's aspirations and encounters in Sydney, and the concept of love versus independence. The chapter also includes humorous anecdotes and advertisements.
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- Sibella faces financial difficulties and strives to make her own living.
- Sibella navigates conflicting feelings and intentions with three potential suitors.
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Sibella's family faces financial difficulties and she is forced to work
Sibella's family faces financial difficulties after a drought strikes the area and her father loses money on every sale. As a result, Sibella's mother tells her that she will have to go and work herself. Sibella proclaims that she will make her own living but does not have a clear path. Eventually, she is offered a chance to work for her wealthy grandmother, but the plan falls through due to financial constraints.
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