The Man From Snowy River
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: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A quintessential piece of Australian literary heritage brought to life through elegant, atmospheric illustration. This edition of The Man From Snowy River pairs A.B. "Banjo" Paterson’s iconic, rhythmic verse with the evocative artistry of Annette Macarthur-Onslow. Her illustrations capture the rugged majesty of the high country and the mythic stature of the Australian stockrider, providing a visual resonance that complements the dramatic urgency of Paterson’s storytelling. Published by Collins, this volume stands as a testament to the enduring popularity of Paterson’s work in the mid-20th century. By presenting these beloved ballads in an illustrated format, the edition aimed to bridge the gap between the oral traditions of the bush and the aesthetic expectations of a new generation of readers. For the collector of Australiana or the enthusiast of classical poetic narratives, this edition remains a vital artifact, preserving the spirit of the Australian landscape and the folk heroes who defined its early identity.
Author: A. B. Paterson (Illustrated by Annette Macarthur-Onslow)
Format: Hardback
Genre: Classic fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A quintessential piece of Australian literary heritage brought to life through elegant, atmospheric illustration. This edition of The Man From Snowy River pairs A.B. "Banjo" Paterson’s iconic, rhythmic verse with the evocative artistry of Annette Macarthur-Onslow. Her illustrations capture the rugged majesty of the high country and the mythic stature of the Australian stockrider, providing a visual resonance that complements the dramatic urgency of Paterson’s storytelling. Published by Collins, this volume stands as a testament to the enduring popularity of Paterson’s work in the mid-20th century. By presenting these beloved ballads in an illustrated format, the edition aimed to bridge the gap between the oral traditions of the bush and the aesthetic expectations of a new generation of readers. For the collector of Australiana or the enthusiast of classical poetic narratives, this edition remains a vital artifact, preserving the spirit of the Australian landscape and the folk heroes who defined its early identity.