Little Village School

Gervase Phinn (born 1926) is an Australian author known for his novels and short stories. His writing often explores the themes of colonial history, identity, and the human condition. Phinn was born in Melbourne and worked as a teacher, editor, and critic before becoming a full-time writer. His notable works include: * The Other Way Round (1964) * The Balloonists (1969) * The Business of Dying (1972) * The Recluse (1982) Phinn has won several awards for his writing, including the Miles Franklin Award in 1969 for The Balloonists and the Australian Literary Society Gold Medal in 1982 for The Recluse. Critical reception of Phinn's work has generally been positive, with praise for his insightful prose, nuanced characterizations, and explorations of complex themes. His writing has been compared to that of Patrick White and Randolph Stow.