The Gorse Blooms Pale

Discover 'The Gorse Blooms Pale,' a captivating collection by renowned New Zealand author Dan Davin, published by Otago University Press. This beautifully bound hardback edition measures 138 x 210 mm and spans 304 pages of insightful narratives and poetry that delve into the richness of New Zealand's literary landscape. Richly layered, Davin's stories reflect his upbringing in an Irish-New Zealand family in Southland, offering a unique perspective on post-British social relationships in rural communities. Featuring twenty-six poignant short stories and an exquisite selection of poems, 'The Gorse Blooms Pale' showcases Davin’s mastery of storytelling. His work resonates with emotional depth, combining haunting and comic themes that paint vivid portraits of small-town life. This collection is a must-read for enthusiasts of New Zealand literature and those interested in the complexities of cultural identity. Experience the lyrical beauty and profound reflections found within this rare treasure of twentieth-century literature. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to Davin’s work, this collection is poised to enrich your bookshelf with its regional authenticity and timeless creativity. Perfect for literary discussions and a valuable addition to any collection of New Zealand stories, 'The Gorse Blooms Pale' captures the essence of a close-knit community in a way that is both engaging and thought-provoking.

Author: Dan Davin Publisher: Otago University Press
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 138 x 210 mm
Pages: 304


Dan Davin, one of New Zealand’s acknowledged masters of the short story, was born in Invercargill in 1913. The Gorse Blooms Pale gathers together twenty-six stories and a selection of poems reflecting his experiences while growing up in an Irish-New Zealand family in Southland. Comic, haunting, poetic, profound and lyrical, the stories have a regional flavour quite unlike any other body of work in New Zealand literature. They insightfully capture the character of a close-knit rural community and its post-British social relationships and tribulations, with a flair equal to such other New Zealand writers as Sargeson, Frame, Middleton or Marshall. The Gorse Blooms Pale is a rare treasure in the landscape of twentieth-century New Zealand literature.