Backblock Ballads And Later Verses
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: C. J. Dennis
Binding: Hardback
Published: ANGUS & ROBERTSON PUBLISHERS, 1983
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This collection of verse presents a vivid tableau of early 20th-century Australian life, capturing the unique spirit and humor of the outback. A master of vernacular poetry, the author chronicles the everyday experiences and colorful characters inhabiting the backblocks with an infectious wit and keen observational eye. The poems illustrate the challenges and simple joys of rural existence, often employing a distinctive Australian idiom that brings the narratives to life. Readers will find themselves immersed in a world of larrikins, bushmen, and the enduring landscape, all rendered with affectionate satire and genuine warmth. This volume offers a delightful journey into a significant period of Australian literary heritage, showcasing the author's enduring appeal.
Author: C. J. Dennis
Binding: Hardback
Published: ANGUS & ROBERTSON PUBLISHERS, 1983
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This collection of verse presents a vivid tableau of early 20th-century Australian life, capturing the unique spirit and humor of the outback. A master of vernacular poetry, the author chronicles the everyday experiences and colorful characters inhabiting the backblocks with an infectious wit and keen observational eye. The poems illustrate the challenges and simple joys of rural existence, often employing a distinctive Australian idiom that brings the narratives to life. Readers will find themselves immersed in a world of larrikins, bushmen, and the enduring landscape, all rendered with affectionate satire and genuine warmth. This volume offers a delightful journey into a significant period of Australian literary heritage, showcasing the author's enduring appeal.