[Editor: A review of H. V. Evatt’s book on the Rum Rebellion. Published in The Australian Worker (Sydney), 3 August 1938.] Australia in the making The sensational story of Bligh and Macarthur A review of Mr. Justice Evatt’s book, “Rum Rebellion” There are few … [Read more...] about Australia in the making: The sensational story of Bligh and Macarthur [3 August 1938]
book reviews
Story of the Eureka Stockade: Narrative by one of Lalor’s captains [review, 15 January 1948]
[Editor: A review of The Story of the Eureka Stockade (1947?) by John Lynch. Published in the “Book reviews” section of The Advocate, 15 January 1948.] Story of the Eureka Stockade Narrative by one of Lalor’s captains The only account of the Eureka Stockade written by … [Read more...] about Story of the Eureka Stockade: Narrative by one of Lalor’s captains [review, 15 January 1948]
A real Australian story book [review of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, 24 November 1918]
[Editor: A review of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie (by May Gibbs), included in the “The Bookman” column. Published in The Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 24 November 1918.] A real Australian story book Here we have the most delightful kiddies’ book ever published in Australia; and … [Read more...] about A real Australian story book [review of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, 24 November 1918]
Have You Read? Snugglepot and Cuddlepie (May Gibbs) [review, 16 November 1918]
[Editor: A review of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie (by May Gibbs), included in the “Have You Read?” column. Published in The World’s News (Sydney, NSW), 16 November 1918.] Have you read? Snugglepot and Cuddlepie (May Gibbs). In this very charming book, “all about two little … [Read more...] about Have You Read? Snugglepot and Cuddlepie (May Gibbs) [review, 16 November 1918]
Australian Verse [review of Poems by Agnes L. Storrie, 23 December 1899]
[Editor: A review of Poems (1899) by Agnes L. Storrie. Published in The Australasian, 23 December 1899.] Australian Verse.* Miss Agnes L. Storrie comes before the public with a little volume of poems which should earn her an honourable place among Australian singers. … [Read more...] about Australian Verse [review of Poems by Agnes L. Storrie, 23 December 1899]
E. J. Brady’s verses: “The Ways of Many Waters” [29 April 1899]
[Editor: A critical review of E. J. Brady’s book The Ways of Many Waters, in the “Books and Bookmen” column, published in The Catholic Press, 29 April 1899.] E. J. Brady’s Verses. “The Ways of Many Waters.” Our own verse writes have sung of the stern life under the … [Read more...] about E. J. Brady’s verses: “The Ways of Many Waters” [29 April 1899]
Bullets and Ballots [poem by P. R. Stephensen, August 1928]
[Editor: A poem by P. R. Stephensen. Published in The London Aphrodite, number one, August 1928. The poem is referred to as a book review, although the subject matter is somewhat obscure; however, it does refer to the novel Mr. Britling Sees It Through (1916), by H.G. … [Read more...] about Bullets and Ballots [poem by P. R. Stephensen, August 1928]
The printed word [review of “Jarrahland Jingles”, 28 February 1909]
[Editor: A review of “Dryblower” Murphy’s book of poetry, Jarrahland Jingles (1908). An extract from “The printed word” column, published in The Sunday Times, 28 February 1909.] The printed word “Jarrahland Jingles” are now before the public, and our premier jongleur … [Read more...] about The printed word [review of “Jarrahland Jingles”, 28 February 1909]
Books for review [22 December 1900]
[Editor: A review of Popular Verses and Humorous Verses by Henry Lawson, and of Australian Bushranging by Charles White. Published in The Western Champion and General Advertiser for the Central-Western Districts, 22 December 1900.] Books for review. We have received from … [Read more...] about Books for review [22 December 1900]
Local and general news [review of Morna Lee and Other Poems by Mary Hannay Foott, 19 July 1890]
[Editor: A review of Mary Hannay Foott’s book of poetry, Morna Lee and Other Poems; an extract from the column “Local and general news”, published in The Warwick Examiner and Times, 19 July 1890.] Local and general news From Messrs. Gordon & Gotch we have received a copy … [Read more...] about Local and general news [review of Morna Lee and Other Poems by Mary Hannay Foott, 19 July 1890]
“Where The Pelican Builds,” And Other Poems [review, 22 September 1885]
[Editor: A review of Mary Hannay Foott’s book of poetry, Where the Pelican Builds and Other Poems. Published in The Mercury, 22 September 1885.] “Where The Pelican Builds,” And Other Poems. — This is the title of a small volume of poems, by Mary Hannay Foott, published by … [Read more...] about “Where The Pelican Builds,” And Other Poems [review, 22 September 1885]
Poems [review of Where the Pelican Builds and Other Poems, 4 July 1885]
[Editor: A review of Mary Hannay Foott’s book of poetry, Where the Pelican Builds and Other Poems, in the column “The paper knife”, in Queensland Figaro and Punch, 4 July 1885.] Poems, By Mary Hannay Foott, Toowoomba. Perhaps the highest compliment I can pay to the … [Read more...] about Poems [review of Where the Pelican Builds and Other Poems, 4 July 1885]
The Reviewer [review of Where the Pelican Builds and Other Poems, 30 May 1885]
[Editor: This review of Mary Hannay Foott’s book of poetry, Where the Pelican Builds and Other Poems, is an extract from the column “The Reviewer”, published in The Queenslander, 30 May 1885.] The Reviewer. We have received a small and unpretentious volume of poetry from … [Read more...] about The Reviewer [review of Where the Pelican Builds and Other Poems, 30 May 1885]
The Sentimental Bloke [review, 6 November 1915]
[Editor: A review of The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke, by C.J. Dennis, from the “Literature: Publications Received” section of The Queenslander, 1915.] The Sentimental Bloke. “The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke,” by C.J. Dennis (Angus and Robertson, Sydney).— Gathered … [Read more...] about The Sentimental Bloke [review, 6 November 1915]
“Australians Yet” [book review, 18 December 1913]
[Editor: A review of Australians Yet and Other Verses by Grant Hervey.] “Australians Yet” Grant Hervey is well known as a writer of verse. His writings are familiar to all readers of the weekly and monthly Australian periodicals. It was, therefore, to be expected that … [Read more...] about “Australians Yet” [book review, 18 December 1913]
Culture in Australia [11 April 1936]
[Editor: This review of The Foundations of Culture in Australia (by P. R. Stephensen) was published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 11 April 1936.] Culture in Australia. In the Australian view of Australia in her relationship to the rest of the world, and to Great Britain … [Read more...] about Culture in Australia [11 April 1936]