Theory & Practice

Set in 1986 Melbourne, Theory & Practice weaves together themes of desire, jealousy, and the blurring of fiction and reality as a young woman immerses herself in the city's vibrant bohemian scene while researching Virginia Woolf. Through encounters with artists, activists, and a complex relationship, the novel explores the boundaries of storytelling and personal truth. Renowned author Michelle de Kretser masterfully melds fiction, essay, and memoir, crafting an engaging narrative that challenges and expands the possibilities of the novel form.