A collection of poems by Australian poet Andrew Barton 'Banjo' Paterson, picturesque glimpses into life in the Bush. From the preface: "A number of these verses are now published for the first time, most of the others were written for and appeared in 'The Bulletin' (Sydney, N.S.W.), and are therefore already widely known to readers in Australasia."
Selective Bibliography of the Published Works of A.B. Paterson The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses. Sydney and London: Angus & Robertson and Young J. Pentland, 1895. Rio Grande's Last Race and Other Verses.
This book has been deemed as a classic and has stood the test of time. The book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations.
This Souvenir edition was reproduced to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first publication.
About the Book Books about Australian and New Zealand poetry in date mainly from the 19th and 20th centuries, after the European colonisation, although there was a pre-existing tradition of sung Maori poetry in New Zealand.
Andrew Barton "Banjo" Paterson, CBE (17 February 1864 - 5 February 1941) was an Australian bush poet, journalist and author.
First published in 1889, Banjo Paterson's iconic poem has been loved by generations.
The poem tells the story of a horseback pursuit to recapture the colt of a prizewinning racehorse that escaped from its paddock and is living with the brumbies (wild horses) of the mountain ranges.
This outstanding series of paintings and watercolours truly reflect his sympathy and understanding of Paterson's subjects. >So here is an opportunity for all those who love the work of A. B. Paterson to renew their acquaintance with his ...
Mulga Bill catches the cycling craze and is convinced he will be an expert cyclist; but after a hair-raising ride he is happy to return to his faithful horse. An illustrated version of the popular Australian poet's verse. 4 yrs+
Action Dann tells his best friend Oakie the tale of the jolly swagman and his stolen jumbuck. You'll come a-Waltzing Matilda with me.