Living In The Land of Oz

About the Book

Experience the beauty of Australia and the warmth of its people through the eyes of an American woman whose unabashed love for the country shines in this memoir. Join Arlene Strand as she shares the experience of a lifetime Living In The Land of Oz.


Arlene Strand lived with her husband Neall in Brisbane from 1979 to 1983 when he was a senior lecturer in mathematics at the University of Queensland. They returned for four visits between 1987 and 2001, and their adventures include a 4,200-mile four-wheel drive camping trip deep into the Outback. Living In The Land of Oz is a conversational account that is rich in detail, describing the land and its contrasts, as well as the unique birds, animals and plants. Woven into the narrative are segments on the history of Australia, with vivid details about the culture and language of her friendly and outgoing people. Accompany Arlene Strand on her journey of a lifetime, as she discovers the spectacular Land of Oz.

About the Author

My experience in Australia has compelled me to write my first book. This was, to me, an experience of a lifetime and how fortunate that it was in Australia, a unique and amazing country I need to share it with as many people as possible. Americans have a mystique about the country . They want to know more, even though most of them know they will never have a chance to go there. My book tells them much about the country, in an interesting, conversational manner.