Australian Bush Ballads

Australian Bush Ballads

$20.00 AUD

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Douglas Stewart & Nancy Keesing
Binding: Hardback
Published: Angus & Robertson Publishers, 1981

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Australiana comes alive in Australian Bush Ballads, a compelling anthology that chronicles the vibrant spirit and rugged beauty of the continent's outback. This collection presents a rich tapestry of verse, illustrating the lives of pioneers, bushrangers, and ordinary folk, capturing their struggles and triumphs against the vast, untamed landscape. The poems resonate with a distinctive Australian voice, conveying both the harsh realities and the enduring camaraderie found in remote communities. It argues for the unique cultural identity forged in the bush, offering readers an authentic glimpse into a foundational period of Australian history and folklore.

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Description

Author: Douglas Stewart & Nancy Keesing
Binding: Hardback
Published: Angus & Robertson Publishers, 1981

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Australiana comes alive in Australian Bush Ballads, a compelling anthology that chronicles the vibrant spirit and rugged beauty of the continent's outback. This collection presents a rich tapestry of verse, illustrating the lives of pioneers, bushrangers, and ordinary folk, capturing their struggles and triumphs against the vast, untamed landscape. The poems resonate with a distinctive Australian voice, conveying both the harsh realities and the enduring camaraderie found in remote communities. It argues for the unique cultural identity forged in the bush, offering readers an authentic glimpse into a foundational period of Australian history and folklore.