[Editor: This review of In the Days When the World Was Wide and Other Verses (by Henry Lawson, 1896) was published in Table Talk (Melbourne, Vic.), 14 February 1896.] The city bushman’s apologist.* A glance at Mr. Henry Lawson’s volume of verse just published, in very … [Read more...] about The city bushman’s apologist [14 February 1896]
Banjo Paterson (1864-1941) (subject)
Aussie Verse and Verse-Writers: 1. Banjo Paterson [16 February 1918]
[Editor: An article about “Banjo” Paterson published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 2, 16 February 1918.] Aussie Verse and Verse-Writers. A short biographical sketch of a popular Australian author, with selections from his work, will appear on this page … [Read more...] about Aussie Verse and Verse-Writers: 1. Banjo Paterson [16 February 1918]
Works of Banjo Paterson
This list contains various works by Andrew Barton (“Banjo”) Paterson (1864-1941), including articles, books, and poems; for biographical information click here. Books by Banjo Paterson: [Books published during Banjo Paterson’s lifetime, arranged by year of … [Read more...] about Works of Banjo Paterson
The Immigration Restriction Bill [3 September 1901]
[Editor: This article from the The Sydney Morning Herald reiterates the concerns of its correspondent, Andrew Barton (“Banjo”) Paterson, on the immigration of Asians into Australia. Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 3 September 1901.] The Immigration Restriction … [Read more...] about The Immigration Restriction Bill [3 September 1901]
“Banjo” Paterson: His 70th Birthday [20 February 1934]
[Editor: An article about Andrew Barton (“Banjo”) Paterson.] “Banjo” Paterson. His 70th Birthday “Banjo” Paterson, one of Australia’s most popular poets, who is living in Double Bay, Sydney, was 70 on Saturday. He is taking life quietly, after a rather adventurous … [Read more...] about “Banjo” Paterson: His 70th Birthday [20 February 1934]
Australian verse [a review of Banjo Paterson’s “Old Bush Songs”, 28 February 1906]
[Editor: A review of Old Bush Songs, edited by Andrew Barton (“Banjo”) Paterson. Published in The Australian Town and Country Journal, 28 February 1906.] Australian verse Mr. A. B. Paterson has done a service to Australia in getting together the “Old Bush Songs,” just … [Read more...] about Australian verse [a review of Banjo Paterson’s “Old Bush Songs”, 28 February 1906]
Some war reminiscences: Interview with “Banjo” Paterson [re. the Boer War, 6 October 1900]
[Editor: An interview with Andrew Barton (“Banjo”) Paterson about his experiences in the Boer War in South Africa. Published in The Western Mail, 6 October 1900.] Some war reminiscences. Interview with “Banjo” Paterson. Mr. A. B. Paterson, the “Sydney Morning Herald” war … [Read more...] about Some war reminiscences: Interview with “Banjo” Paterson [re. the Boer War, 6 October 1900]
Andrew Barton Paterson (“Banjo” Paterson)
Andrew Barton Paterson, commonly known as “Banjo” Paterson, was an author, poet, solicitor, and war correspondent. He is one of Australia’s most famous authors, being especially well-known for the song “Waltzing Matilda” (which is regarded by some Australians as the country’s … [Read more...] about Andrew Barton Paterson (“Banjo” Paterson)