Acclaimed writer Janette Turner Hospital conjures up a rainforest for readers by weaving connection and meaning into a labyrinth of characters and plotlines. From The Ivory Swing to Orpheus Lost, Hospital's award-winning novels and short stories have challenged and intrigued readers for over 25 years. Her books tackle complex themes of dislocation, identity, ethics and the nature of reality. David Callahan analyses the major themes scattered throughout her books in this groundbreaking work of literary criticism. By teasing out the hidden meanings in Hospital's writing, Callahan illuminates her literary talent and enhances the reader's enjoyment of her stories. Rainforest Narratives is the perfect companion to her fiction for readers and scholars alike.