Hay, Hell And Booligal: Australian Bush Humour
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
From the sun-scorched plains of the outback to the dusty tracks of the bush, Hay, Hell and Booligal is a riotous celebration of the Australian larrikin spirit, gathering the finest yarns, jokes, tall tales, and comic verse that the bush has ever produced. Bill Wannan, one of Australia's most dedicated chroniclers of folklore and popular culture, presents a rollicking anthology that captures the irreverent wit and sardonic humour that has defined the Australian bush character for generations — from battling swagmen and hapless squatters to long-suffering drovers and wily bush characters. Wannan's masterful curation illustrates a deep affection for the oral traditions and vernacular humour that shaped a distinctly Australian identity, drawing on ballads, anecdotes, and comic sketches that are as sharp as a stockman's whip. This collection stands as both an entertaining read and a rich cultural document, offering a window into the larrikin soul of a nation that learned to laugh in the face of hardship. Whether you're a devoted Australiana enthusiast or simply in search of a genuine belly laugh, this volume will leave you wondering just how much truth hides behind every punchline.
Author: Bill Wannan
Format: Hardback
Genre: Humour
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
From the sun-scorched plains of the outback to the dusty tracks of the bush, Hay, Hell and Booligal is a riotous celebration of the Australian larrikin spirit, gathering the finest yarns, jokes, tall tales, and comic verse that the bush has ever produced. Bill Wannan, one of Australia's most dedicated chroniclers of folklore and popular culture, presents a rollicking anthology that captures the irreverent wit and sardonic humour that has defined the Australian bush character for generations — from battling swagmen and hapless squatters to long-suffering drovers and wily bush characters. Wannan's masterful curation illustrates a deep affection for the oral traditions and vernacular humour that shaped a distinctly Australian identity, drawing on ballads, anecdotes, and comic sketches that are as sharp as a stockman's whip. This collection stands as both an entertaining read and a rich cultural document, offering a window into the larrikin soul of a nation that learned to laugh in the face of hardship. Whether you're a devoted Australiana enthusiast or simply in search of a genuine belly laugh, this volume will leave you wondering just how much truth hides behind every punchline.