Selected Verse Of C. J. Dennis
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A beloved treasure of Australian vernacular poetry, Selected Verse of C. J. Dennis gathers the most celebrated works of the poet affectionately known as The Laureate of the Larrikin, presenting readers with a vibrant cross-section of his irreverent, warmhearted verse. Dennis chronicles the lives of working-class Australians with infectious wit and a masterful ear for the colloquial slang of early twentieth-century Melbourne, bringing to life characters whose rough-edged charm and good-natured humour feel timeless. The collection showcases his most iconic creations, including the lovable larrikin Bill, whose romantic misadventures in the Sentimental Bloke cycle captured the hearts of a nation, alongside a rich array of comic and lyrical pieces that illustrate the full range of his talent. Written in a tone that is simultaneously playful and deeply affectionate toward its subjects, the verse balances broad comedy with genuine pathos, making it as entertaining as it is culturally significant. This selection stands as an essential introduction to one of Australia's most distinctive and enduring poetic voices.
Author: C. J. Dennis
Format: Hardback
Published: 1950, Angus & Robertson Publishers
Genre: Poetry
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A beloved treasure of Australian vernacular poetry, Selected Verse of C. J. Dennis gathers the most celebrated works of the poet affectionately known as The Laureate of the Larrikin, presenting readers with a vibrant cross-section of his irreverent, warmhearted verse. Dennis chronicles the lives of working-class Australians with infectious wit and a masterful ear for the colloquial slang of early twentieth-century Melbourne, bringing to life characters whose rough-edged charm and good-natured humour feel timeless. The collection showcases his most iconic creations, including the lovable larrikin Bill, whose romantic misadventures in the Sentimental Bloke cycle captured the hearts of a nation, alongside a rich array of comic and lyrical pieces that illustrate the full range of his talent. Written in a tone that is simultaneously playful and deeply affectionate toward its subjects, the verse balances broad comedy with genuine pathos, making it as entertaining as it is culturally significant. This selection stands as an essential introduction to one of Australia's most distinctive and enduring poetic voices.