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Banjo Paterson Complete Poems

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Banjo Paterson Complete Poems is a collection of the significant works by the iconic Australian poet, Banjo Paterson. The poems capture the spirit of the Australian outback, the lives of bushmen, and the essence of frontier life with vivid imagery and robust language. Through ballads and verse, Paterson brings to life the rich cultural landscape and pioneering spirit of Australia in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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You might enjoy this collection if you appreciate the vivid imagery and romanticism of Australian bush life, expressed through lyrical and narrative poetry. Ideal for those who cherish cultural and historical insights blended with elements of adventure and humour. It's a treasure trove for lovers of classic verse and enthusiasts of colonial Australian stories.

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Andrew Barton 'Banjo' Paterson is the most famous - certainly the most publicly performed - Australian writer who has ever lived - The Guardian

When a young man submitted a set of verses to the Bulletin in 1889 under the pseudonym 'the Banjo', it was the beginning of an enduring tradition. Today, Banjo Paterson is still one of Australia's best-loved poets.

This complete collection of his verse shows the bush balladeer at his very best with favourites such as 'A Bush Christening', 'The Man from Ironbark', 'Clancy of the Overflow', and the immortal 'The Man from Snowy River'. These well-known verses are joined here by his comic verse, his remarkable war poems, including 'We're All Australians Now', and lesser-known works.

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Banjo Paterson Complete Poems is celebrated for providing a comprehensive collection of the iconic Australian poet's work, capturing the essence of the Australian landscape and ethos. Reviewers often praise Paterson's storytelling ability, lyrical style, and vivid imagery that bring to life the culture and character of Australia. The collection is regarded as an essential read for those interested in Australian literature and history, admired for its authentic portrayal of Australian life.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780732299385

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 June 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 328g

Pages: 480

About the Author

A. B. β€˜Banjo’ Paterson was born at Narrambla, New South Wales, in 1864. He practised law until 1900, when he found success as a writer, contributing ballads to the Sydney BULLETIN. During the Boer War, Paterson worked as a war correspondent for the SYDNEY MORNING HERALD and remained in journalism, continuing to write poetry and fiction, and broadcasting as well. He died in 1941.

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