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

通过艺术，特别是通过文学，一个民族定义了它的身份和抱负。文学也是文化外交的一股力量，促进了国家和文化之间的理解与合作。这项关于澳大利亚和亚洲文学互动的研究提供了关于跨文化影响如何塑造文学文本的生产、流通和接受的详细知识，并制定了利用这些知识为国家利益服务的战略：更好地理解塑造国家自我形象的力量和澳大利亚在亚洲地区的看法，文化外交的典范，提高澳大利亚作为一个成熟和文化多元国家的声誉。

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.