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The Strange Tale of the Lucky Country, the Cultural Cringe and the Flight of the Tall Poppies

John Montgomery
- 01 Nov 2008 - 
- Iss: 215, pp 32
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The review and analysis of 'The Lucky Country' by Donald Horne is highlighted, which expresses Horne's rage at his country Australia for being a nation without a mind as discussed by the authors.
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The cultural cringe or difficulty that Australia has historically had coming to terms with art and culture is discussed. The review and analysis of 'The Lucky Country' by Donald Horne is highlighted, which expresses Horne's rage at his country Australia for being a nation without a mind.

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