[Editor: This poem by John Shaw Neilson was published in Beauty Imposes: Some Recent Verse (1938).] Uncle to a Pirate Often at eventide we go To a tempestuous picture-show. Gently I hold his heedless hand In that preposterous Wonderland. Pistols we see and big blue … [Read more...] about Uncle to a Pirate [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
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The Vine that is a Friend [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
[Editor: This poem by John Shaw Neilson was published in Beauty Imposes: Some Recent Verse (1938).] The Vine that is a Friend Arthur is old, and being overwise, He will not cease to taunt me night and day: He does my water-drinking much despise. He is monotonous and … [Read more...] about The Vine that is a Friend [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
The Crane is My Neighbour [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
[Editor: This poem by John Shaw Neilson was published in Beauty Imposes: Some Recent Verse (1938).] The Crane is My Neighbour The bird is my neighbour, a whimsical fellow and dim; There is in the lake a nobility falling on him. The bird is a noble, he turns to the sky … [Read more...] about The Crane is My Neighbour [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
The Road to the Hospital [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
[Editor: This poem by John Shaw Neilson was published in Beauty Imposes: Some Recent Verse (1938).] The Road to the Hospital (Over this road, running west through the Gardens to the Children’s Hospital, Melbourne, mothers carry their children day by day) This is the … [Read more...] about The Road to the Hospital [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
The Theme Eternal [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
[Editor: This poem by John Shaw Neilson was published in Beauty Imposes: Some Recent Verse (1938).] The Theme Eternal (Replying to a fellow rhymer who complains that a beautiful young girl is using cosmetics) Great is the theme, good brother, you have chosen; Sweet is … [Read more...] about The Theme Eternal [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
Publisher’s note [in “Beauty Imposes” (by John Shaw Neilson)]
[Editor: This publisher’s note was published in Beauty Imposes: Some Recent Verse (1938).] Publisher’s note Recently there has been a marked awakening of interest in the work of Shaw Neilson, who has been hailed by competent literary critics as one of our most important … [Read more...] about Publisher’s note [in “Beauty Imposes” (by John Shaw Neilson)]
Beauty Imposes: Some Recent Verse [by John Shaw Neilson, 1938]
[Editor: This book of poetry by John Shaw Neilson was published in 1938. In this book, the poet gives his name simply as “Shaw Neilson”.] Beauty Imposes Some Recent Verse By Shaw Neilson Contents [Publisher’s note] The Theme Eternal The Road to the … [Read more...] about Beauty Imposes: Some Recent Verse [by John Shaw Neilson, 1938]
The Sundowner [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
[Editor: A poem by John Shaw Neilson. Published in Beauty Imposes: Some Recent Verse (1938) and the Jindyworobak Anthology, 1942.] John Shaw Neilson The Sundowner I know not when this tiresome man With his shrewd, sable billy-can And his unwashed democracy His … [Read more...] about The Sundowner [poem by John Shaw Neilson]
Commentary [by Ian Tilbrook; re. Conditional Culture, by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
[Editor: A commentary by Ian Tilbrook, critical of the position taken by Rex Ingamells in the preceding chapters of Conditional Culture (1938).] Commentary Mr. Ingamells, in assuming the role of critic on an Australian culture, has, together with his timely message, the … [Read more...] about Commentary [by Ian Tilbrook; re. Conditional Culture, by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
Chapter 4 [Conditional Culture, by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Conditional Culture (1938) by Rex Ingamells.] IV. The culture of the aborigines. Of Australia’s traditions I have already said something in general; and, as these and the facts of her history may readily be studied by the student, in books … [Read more...] about Chapter 4 [Conditional Culture, by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
Chapter 3 [Conditional Culture, by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Conditional Culture (1938) by Rex Ingamells.] III. Debunking nonsense. (1) The reason why Australian culture is not yet something unmistakably defined is that its individuality, its permeating essence, has been smothered with exoticisms, … [Read more...] about Chapter 3 [Conditional Culture, by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
Chapter 2 [Conditional Culture, by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Conditional Culture (1938) by Rex Ingamells.] II. Environmental Values. (1) The natural distinctiveness of the Australian continent from other lands of the world is too fundamental to vanish in the period of human history. The massive … [Read more...] about Chapter 2 [Conditional Culture, by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
Chapter 1 [Conditional Culture, by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Conditional Culture (1938) by Rex Ingamells.] Conditional Culture I. From generation to generation. (1) The affinities of the early settlers with Australia were peculiarly trammelled by uncongenialities. They easily appreciated the … [Read more...] about Chapter 1 [Conditional Culture, by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
Conditional Culture [by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
[Editor: This booklet by Rex Ingamells promoted the development of an Australian national culture. It included a critical commentary of Ingamells’ position by Ian Tilbrook. Published in 1938.] A Jindyworobak Publication Conditional Culture Rex Ingamells Ian … [Read more...] about Conditional Culture [by Rex Ingamells, 1938]
Anzacs [poem, 14 April 1938]
Anzacs. A sacred name to freedom’s cause ! A beacon high and bright ! A spirit we may truly claim — The Anzac soul of light. ’Twas born in Austral’s sunny climes, In fields and spaces wide ; And in New Zealand’s distant isles, Across the Tasman tide. It grew as … [Read more...] about Anzacs [poem, 14 April 1938]
Robbery Under Arms [article about Rolf Boldrewood, 9 April 1938]
[Editor: A short look at the life of the writer Thomas Alexander Browne, who wrote as “Rolf Boldrewood”.] ‘Robbery Under Arms’ If one were asked what is the best known Australian novel, the answer would most probably be Rolf Boldrewood’s “Robbery Under Arms.” Written … [Read more...] about Robbery Under Arms [article about Rolf Boldrewood, 9 April 1938]
Australia’s progress [27 January 1938]
Australia’s progress. Tributes from London. Nation’s future. (Published in “The Times.”) London, Jan. 26. “The Times,” in a leading article, paying a tribute to Australia’s progress, states: “A virile nation of 7,000,000 celebrates with pride and thanksgiving the … [Read more...] about Australia’s progress [27 January 1938]