Laura Jean McKay
Laura Jean McKay is an Australian author and academic known for her work in the field of literature. She has received acclaim for her novel 'The Animals in That Country,' which won the 2021 Victorian Prize for Literature and the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for Fiction. McKay's writing often explores themes related to animals, human-animal relationships, and the natural world. In addition to her novels, she has also published short stories and essays.
Books
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1. The Animals In That Country
"The Animals In That Country" by Laura Jean McKay is a gripping and thought-provoking novel set in a near-future Australia. The story follows Jean, a foul-mouthed and alcoholic grandmother, who discovers she has the ability to understand the language of animals after contracting a mysterious virus. As a deadly pandemic spreads across the country, Jean embarks on a journey with a dingo named Sue to find her pregnant daughter and escape the chaos. McKay skillfully explores themes of communication, human-animal relationships, and the fragile nature of society, creating a compelling narrative that challenges our perception of the world around us.
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