Filter by
Waverley Library

Louis Nowra on Sydney: A Biography

Where
Waverley Library
Waverley Library
Ron Lander Centre, 32-48 Denison Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022
When

Thursday 3 October 2024 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Cost

Adult: $5.00

In Sydney, acclaimed playwright and writer Louis Nowra – author of Kings Cross and Woolloomooloo – expands his gaze to explore the energy, beauty, vulgarity, dynamism and pulsating sense of self-importance of his adopted city. This big, bustling portrait of Sydney is told through a cast of criminals and premiers, ordinary folk, entertainers, artists, thieves and visionaries.

Along with its people Nowra surveys the city’s landscape, its architecture, and its global identity. And as Sydney’s history unfolds throughout the twentieth century and beyond, Nowra revels in its neon lights, music, skyscrapers, sense of optimism and the many disparate elements that shape Sydneysiders’ view of themselves.

Don't miss the opportunity to hear Louis Nowra discuss his captivating new book about Sydney. Gain a deeper understanding of this vibrant city's history and culture through Nowra's insightful storytelling.

‘‘Nowra captures the everchanging spirit of what is arguably – to most, inarguably to Nowra – Australia’s pre-eminent city.’ – Books+Publishing

Light refreshments provided.

Contact event organiser

Waverley Library

Accessibility

Advertisement

Other events at Waverley Library

Free chair yoga and meditation beginner class

Free chair yoga and meditation beginner class

Learn to relax, meditate and live stress-free with a simple heart-based meditation practice
20 May 2025
Bondi Bloomfest launch

Bondi Bloomfest launch

A celebration of James Joyce, his iconic novel 'Ulysses' and its connections to Australia and Waverley.
30 May 2025
Killer Podcrafts

Killer Podcrafts

Bring your current craft project and work on it while listening to fascinating true crime podcasts
4 Jun 2025
Melinda Ham on The Lucky Ones

Melinda Ham on The Lucky Ones

Join us for an engaging talk with award-winning journalist and former foreign correspondent Melinda Ham.
19 Jun 2025