[Editor: This Introduction was published in Old Bush Songs: Composed and Sung in the Bushranging, Digging, and Overlanding Days (8th edition, 1932), edited by Banjo Paterson.] Introduction “All human beings not utterly savage long for some information about past times, … [Read more...] about Introduction (Old Bush Songs, edited by Banjo Paterson) [1932]
Banjo Paterson (1864-1941) (author)
Preface (Old Bush Songs, edited by Banjo Paterson) [1932]
[Editor: This Preface was published in Old Bush Songs: Composed and Sung in the Bushranging, Digging, and Overlanding Days (8th edition, 1932), edited by Banjo Paterson.] Preface The object of the present publication is to gather together all the old bush songs that are … [Read more...] about Preface (Old Bush Songs, edited by Banjo Paterson) [1932]
Old Bush Songs [8th edition, edited by Banjo Paterson, 1932]
[Editor: This collection of bush songs, edited by Andrew Barton (“Banjo”) Paterson, was published in 1932 (8th edition). The book enjoyed a widespread popularity in Australia. Most of these songs appeared in the first edition of The Old Bush Songs (1905), although the 1932 … [Read more...] about Old Bush Songs [8th edition, edited by Banjo Paterson, 1932]
In the days of the gold escorts [article by Banjo Paterson, 4 February 1939]
[Editor: An article by Andrew Barton (“Banjo”) Paterson about his life.] “Banjo” Paterson tells his own story. — 1. In the days of the gold escorts. Lambing Flat diggings. What the teamster said. By A. B. (“Banjo”) Paterson. Some seventy years ago, two Scotsmen, John … [Read more...] about In the days of the gold escorts [article by Banjo Paterson, 4 February 1939]
Father Riley’s Horse [poem by A.B. Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Bulletin Reciter, 1901.] Father Riley’s Horse. ’T was the horse-thief Andy Regan that was hunted like a dog By the troopers of the Upper Murray side ; They had searched in every gully — they had looked in every … [Read more...] about Father Riley’s Horse [poem by A.B. Paterson]
Waltzing Matilda [song, 14 December 1901]
[Editor: An early printing of the song “Waltzing Matilda” (written by Andrew Barton (“Banjo”) Paterson). Published in The Capricornian, 14 December 1901. Click here to see some videos of this song being played.] A Popular Bush Song. A bush poem entitled “Waltzing Matilda” … [Read more...] about Waltzing Matilda [song, 14 December 1901]
The Swagman’s Rest [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895.] The Swagman’s Rest We buried old Bob where the bloodwoods wave At the foot of the Eaglehawk; We fashioned a cross on the old man’s grave For fear that his ghost … [Read more...] about The Swagman’s Rest [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Jim Carew [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895.] Jim Carew Born of a thoroughbred English race, Well proportioned and closely knit, Neat, slim figure and handsome face, Always ready and always fit, Hardy and … [Read more...] about Jim Carew [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Under the Shadow of Kiley’s Hill [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895.] Under the Shadow of Kiley’s Hill This is the place where they all were bred; Some of the rafters are standing still; Now they are scattered and lost and … [Read more...] about Under the Shadow of Kiley’s Hill [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Come-by-Chance [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 21 March 1891.] Come-by-Chance As I pondered very weary o’er a volume long and dreary — For the plot was void of interest — … [Read more...] about Come-by-Chance [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The Great Calamity [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 19 August 1893.] The Great Calamity MacFierce’un came to Whiskeyhurst When summer days were hot, And bided there wi’ Jock … [Read more...] about The Great Calamity [poem by Banjo Paterson]
How the Favourite Beat Us [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in Rosehill Race Book, 9 November 1894.] How the Favourite Beat Us ‘Aye,’ said the boozer, ‘I tell you it’s true, sir, ‘I once was a punter with … [Read more...] about How the Favourite Beat Us [poem by Banjo Paterson]
A Bush Christening [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 16 December 1893.] A Bush Christening On the outer Barcoo where the churches are few, And men of religion are scanty, On a road … [Read more...] about A Bush Christening [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Those Names [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 20 September 1890.] Those Names The shearers sat in the firelight, hearty and hale and strong, After the hard day’s shearing, … [Read more...] about Those Names [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Last Week [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 16 December 1893.] Last Week Oh, the new-chum went to the backblock run, But he should have gone there last week. He tramped … [Read more...] about Last Week [poem by Banjo Paterson]
In Defence of the Bush [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 23 July 1892.] In Defence of the Bush So you’re back from up the country, Mister Townsman, where you went, And you’re cursing … [Read more...] about In Defence of the Bush [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The Daylight is Dying [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895.] The Daylight is Dying The daylight is dying Away in the west, The wild birds are flying In silence to rest; In leafage and frondage Where shadows are deep, They … [Read more...] about The Daylight is Dying [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Ambition and Art [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 26 May 1894.] Ambition and Art Ambition I am the maid of the lustrous eyes Of great fruition, Whom the sons of men that are … [Read more...] about Ambition and Art [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Johnson’s Antidote [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 26 January 1895.] Johnson’s Antidote Down along the Snakebite River where the overlanders camp, Where the serpents are in … [Read more...] about Johnson’s Antidote [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The Wind’s Message [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895.] The Wind’s Message There came a whisper down the Bland between the dawn and dark, Above the tossing of the pines, above the river’s flow; It stirred the boughs of … [Read more...] about The Wind’s Message [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Shearing at Castlereagh [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 10 February 1894.] Shearing at Castlereagh The bell is set a-ringing, and the engine gives a toot, There’s five-and-thirty … [Read more...] about Shearing at Castlereagh [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The Flying Gang [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 18 July 1891.] The Flying Gang (A Railroad Song) I served my time, in the days gone by, In the railway’s clash and … [Read more...] about The Flying Gang [poem by Banjo Paterson]
How Gilbert Died [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 2 June 1894.] How Gilbert Died There’s never a stone at the sleeper’s head, There’s never a fence beside, And the wandering … [Read more...] about How Gilbert Died [poem by Banjo Paterson]
A Bushman’s Song [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 24 December 1892.] A Bushman’s Song I’m travelling down the Castlereagh, and I’m a station-hand, I’m handy with the ropin’ pole, … [Read more...] about A Bushman’s Song [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The Boss of the ‘Admiral Lynch’ [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 10 December 1892.] The Boss of the ‘Admiral Lynch’ Did you ever hear tell of Chili? I was readin’ the other day Of President … [Read more...] about The Boss of the ‘Admiral Lynch’ [poem by Banjo Paterson]