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Frontier and pioneer life -- Australia -- Poetry Books
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A. B. (Andrew Barton) Paterson
The Man from Snowy River
"The Man from Snowy River" by A. B. Paterson is a poem first published in 1890. It tells the story of a daring horseback pursuit through the Australian mountain ranges to recapture a prizewinning racehorse's colt living among wild brumbies. When the horses descend a treacherous slope, all riders abandon the chase except one young man, who fearlessly spurs his small horse down the dangerous descent. This thrilling tale of bravery and horsemanship became a defining work of Australian identity during the nation's path toward independence.
Henry Lawson
In the Days When the World Was Wide, and Other Verses
"In the Days When the World Was Wide, and Other Verses" by Henry Lawson is a poetry collection published in 1896. This debut volume captures the Australian landscape and spirit through widely anthologized works including "The Free Selector's Daughter" and "Andy's Gone with Cattle." The collection also features Lawson's contributions to his famous literary dispute with Banjo Paterson in The Bulletin magazine. Critics praised Lawson's authentic local color and his ability to give voice to the silent wanderers of Australia's plains.
A. B. (Andrew Barton) Paterson
Saltbush Bill, J. P.
"Saltbush Bill, J. P." by A. B. Paterson is a poetry collection published in 1917. This third volume from the Australian poet gathers 43 poems reprinted from various sources, including the famous "Waltzing Matilda" and works featuring the character Saltbush Bill. Released as part of a "Pocket Editions for the Trenches" series during World War I, the collection was designed to fit a serviceman's coat pocket, bringing bush ballads and verses to Australian soldiers abroad.
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