Leonie Kramer
Australian academic and educator
Born
Died
2016
9 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Australia
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An Australian academic and educator, focused on literature, particularly Australian literature. Contributed significantly to the field as a professor at the University of Sydney. Played a pivotal role in various academic committees and organizations, advocating for the importance of literary studies. Served as the president of the Association for the Study of Australian Literature. Published extensively on the subject, fostering interest and scholarship in Australian authors. Actively engaged in editing and promoting literary works, influencing the academic landscape in Australia for decades.
Professorship at the University of Sydney
Presidency of the Association for the Study of Australian Literature
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