Globalising Australian literature: Asian-Australian writing, Asian perspectives on Australian literature

通过艺术，特别是通过文学，一个民族确定了自己的身份和愿望。文学也是文化外交的一种力量，有助于加强国家和文化之间的理解与合作。这项研究澳大利亚和亚洲之间的文学互动产生了详细的知识，如何跨文化的影响塑造文学文本的生产，流通和接受，并制定战略，利用这些知识为国家利益：更好地理解塑造澳大利亚在亚洲地区的自我形象和看法的力量，文化外交的典范，提高澳大利亚作为一个复杂和文化多样性国家的声誉。

Through the arts, and in particular through its literature, a nation defines its identity and aspirations. Literature is also a force for cultural diplomacy, leading to enhanced understanding and cooperation between nations and cultures. This study of literary interactions between Australia and Asia produces detailed knowledge of how cross-cultural influences shape the production, circulation and reception of literary texts, and develops strategies for using this knowledge for national benefit: greater understanding of the forces shaping the nation's self-image and perceptions of Australia in the Asian region, models for cultural diplomacy enhancing Australia's reputation as a sophisticated and culturally diverse nation.