Joan London

About the Author

Born just after World War II in Perth (the same city in which The Golden Age is set), Joan London attended the University of Western Australia, where she studied English and French. Before branching into novels, London wrote several short story collections. Her work has garnered many accolades, including the prestigious Australian Patrick White Award (2015). London currently lives in Fremantle, also located in Western Australia, where she is a bookseller.

LitCharts guides for works by Joan London

Explore LitCharts literature guides for works by Joan London. Each guide includes a full summary, detailed analysis, and helpful resources for studying Joan London's writing.

The Golden Age

It’s 1953 in Perth, Australia and thirteen-year-old Frank Gold is awake during nap time at the Golden Age, a children’s polio hospital. Rolling through the halls in his wheelchair, he checks on hi... view guide