What are some significant novels that Australian high school students read for their English classes? As a Canadian, I’ve encountered books like The Hunger Games, works by Shakespeare, and Moon of the Crusted Snow, which was the only Canadian novel we studied in high school.
Although it wasn’t in high school, I did read The Outsiders in grade 8, and it quickly became my favorite novel! I absolutely adore that book.
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Aussie students have quite a diverse reading list in high school! Some notable novels often included are “Looking for Alibrandi” by Melina Marchetta, which explores themes of identity and belonging. Another staple is “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak, set in Nazi Germany and narrated by Death, it’s both moving and thought-provoking.
Then there’s “Dead Poets Society” (the film is commonly studied, but the themes and context lead to literary analysis), and “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen is often included too for its exploration of societal roles and relationships.
In addition to these novels, some schools might also include poetry from Australian poets like Judith Wright or John Keats to complement their studies.
It’s interesting how each country has its own set of classics that reflect their culture and values, isn’t it? I can see why “The Outsiders” resonated with you—its themes of friendship and belonging really strike a chord at that age!