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New Poems [by John Shaw Neilson, 1927]

29 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

The front cover of New Poems (1927), by John Shaw Neilson

[Editor: This book of poetry by John Shaw Neilson (given here as “Shaw Neilson”) was published in 1927.] New Poems by Shaw Neilson Contents. April Weather Colour Yourself for a Man Green Lover Half a Life Back He Sold Himself to the Daisies Lament … [Read more...] about New Poems [by John Shaw Neilson, 1927]

Filed Under: books booklets pamphlets Tagged With: 500x500, booklet, John Shaw Neilson (1872-1942) (author), New Poems (John Shaw Neilson 1927), SourceIACLibrary, year1927

Old Granny Sullivan [booklet by John Shaw Neilson, 1915]

28 May 2022 · Leave a Comment

John Shaw Neilson

[Editor: This booklet, consisting of the poem “Old Granny Sullivan” by John Shaw Neilson (given here as “Shaw Neilson”), was published in 1915.] Old Granny Sullivan By Shaw Neilson A pleasant shady place it is, a pleasant place and cool — The township folk go up … [Read more...] about Old Granny Sullivan [booklet by John Shaw Neilson, 1915]

Filed Under: books booklets pamphlets Tagged With: 500x500, booklet, John Shaw Neilson (1872-1942) (author), memories, old age, poem, recommended poetry, SourceSLV, year1915

Real Australian Fairy Stories [version 2, booklet by Eva Oakley, 1950]

11 April 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This book of children’s stories by Eva Oakley was published in 1945. The contents of this publication are entirely different to the booklet of the same name, and by the same author, which was published in 1945. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of … [Read more...] about Real Australian Fairy Stories [version 2, booklet by Eva Oakley, 1950]

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Fairy Poems [booklet by Eva Oakley, 1945]

11 April 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This book of poetry for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in 1945. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] Fairy Poems by Eva Oakley Princess Pretty … [Read more...] about Fairy Poems [booklet by Eva Oakley, 1945]

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Real Australian Fairy Stories [booklet by Eva Oakley, 1945]

11 April 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This book of children’s stories by Eva Oakley was published in 1945. The contents of this publication are entirely different to the booklet of the same name, and by the same author, which was published in 1950. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of … [Read more...] about Real Australian Fairy Stories [booklet by Eva Oakley, 1945]

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Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses [booklet by Eva Oakley, 1945]

11 April 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This book of children’s poetry by Eva Oakley was published in 1950. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] Willie Wagtail Two Little Romances and Other … [Read more...] about Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses [booklet by Eva Oakley, 1945]

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The Glen of the White Man’s Grave [booklet by Henry Kendall, 1865]

5 May 2019 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This 8-page booklet by Henry Kendall was published in 1865. It consists of two poems by the author. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] The Glen of the White Man’s … [Read more...] about The Glen of the White Man’s Grave [booklet by Henry Kendall, 1865]

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‘Somewhere in France’ [by L. E. Homfray]

28 February 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This booklet by L. E. Homfray was published during the First World War (1914-1918). The first item in the booklet, “The Great Sacrifice”, is a religious wartime illustration, whilst the other two items are poems. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list … [Read more...] about ‘Somewhere in France’ [by L. E. Homfray]

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Australians, Awake! And Other Poems [by L. E. Homfray]

27 February 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This booklet by L. E. Homfray was published during the First World War (1914-1918). As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] Sold for the benefit of the Red Cross … [Read more...] about Australians, Awake! And Other Poems [by L. E. Homfray]

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Australianism [by John Fisher]

21 February 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This booklet by John Fisher lays out his socialist outlook on economic and social issues, advocating a co-operative economy, and critiquing capitalism, orthodox socialism, and trade unions. The booklet was entitled on its front cover as “Australianism: New Way of Life … [Read more...] about Australianism [by John Fisher]

Filed Under: books booklets pamphlets Tagged With: Australianism (John Fisher 1954), booklet, economics, John Fisher (dates?) (author), SourceIACLibrary, year1954

From Phillip to McKell: The Story of Australia [by Rex Ingamells, 1949]

27 November 2016 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This booklet by Rex Ingamells was published in 1949. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] From Phillip to McKell The Story of Australia By Rex Ingamells, … [Read more...] about From Phillip to McKell: The Story of Australia [by Rex Ingamells, 1949]

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Doreen [by C. J. Dennis, 1917]

12 July 2016 · 2 Comments

[Editor: This booklet by C. J. Dennis was published in 1917. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] Doreen By C. J. Dennis Washing Day Logic and Spotted … [Read more...] about Doreen [by C. J. Dennis, 1917]

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A Child’s Smile [by “Southern Cross”, 1944]

14 June 2016 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This booklet of poetry by “Southern Cross” was published in 1944. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] A Child’s Smile Eight Poems By “Southern … [Read more...] about A Child’s Smile [by “Southern Cross”, 1944]

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Poetry Militant: An Australian Plea for the Poetry of Purpose [by Bernard O’Dowd, 1909]

27 April 2016 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: A booklet by Bernard O’Dowd, published in 1909.] Poetry Militant An Australian Plea for the Poetry of Purpose. By Bernard O’Dowd Author of “Dawnward?” “The Silent Land” “Dominions of the Boundary” Melbourne: T. C. Lothian, 226 Little Collins … [Read more...] about Poetry Militant: An Australian Plea for the Poetry of Purpose [by Bernard O’Dowd, 1909]

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A Bush Idyl [by Kenneth Mackay, 1888]

27 February 2016 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This book-length poem by Kenneth Mackay was published in 1888.] A Bush Idyl. by Kenneth Mackay, Author of “Stirrup Jingles,” &c, &c. Edwards, Dunlop & Co., Limited, Sydney, Brisbane, and London. 1888. Inscribed to my friend James A. … [Read more...] about A Bush Idyl [by Kenneth Mackay, 1888]

Filed Under: books booklets pamphlets, poetry Tagged With: booklet, Kenneth Mackay (1859-1935) (author), poem, SourceHathiTrust, year1888

The Bronze Trumpet: A Satirical Poem [booklet by Henry Kendall, 1866]

27 November 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This booklet-length poem was published in 1866 by an anonymous author; however, its authorship has been attributed to Henry Kendall, based upon correspondence from Kendall to Charles Harpur.] The Bronze Trumpet: A Satirical … [Read more...] about The Bronze Trumpet: A Satirical Poem [booklet by Henry Kendall, 1866]

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Norman Lindsay Does Not Care: An Outburst [by P. R. Stephensen, 1928]

18 April 2014 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This pamphlet regarding Norman Lindsay was written by P. R. Stephensen.] Norman Lindsay Does Not Care An Outburst by P. R. Stephensen Fanfrolico Pamphlets No. I Price One Farthing Why should Norman Lindsay care if suburbia shudders with a horror … [Read more...] about Norman Lindsay Does Not Care: An Outburst [by P. R. Stephensen, 1928]

Filed Under: books booklets pamphlets Tagged With: booklet, Norman Lindsay, P. R. Stephensen (1901-1965) (author), SourceSLV, year1928

The Burke and Wills Expedition: One of a Series of Poems [poem, by a Native of Australia, 1863]

22 March 2014 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: An eight-page booklet of an anonymously-authored poem regarding the Burke and Wills expedition.] The Burke and Wills Expedition. One of a Series of Poems, by A Native of Australia. Melbourne: Printed and published by Henry S. Ward, 89, Little … [Read more...] about The Burke and Wills Expedition: One of a Series of Poems [poem, by a Native of Australia, 1863]

Filed Under: books booklets pamphlets Tagged With: 500x500, booklet, Burke and Wills (subject), poem, SourceSLV, year1863

Because Men Went Hungry [by Rex Ingamells, 1951]

6 January 2014 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: Because Men Went Hungry: An Essay on the Uncertainty of Australian Prestige (1951) was written by Rex Ingamells.] Because Men Went Hungry An Essay on the Uncertainty of Australian Prestige by Rex Ingamells, B.A. Proem § 1. The Botany Bay Smear § 2. … [Read more...] about Because Men Went Hungry [by Rex Ingamells, 1951]

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“I Dips Me Lid” to the Sydney Harbour Bridge [by C. J. Dennis, 1932]

6 December 2013 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: A promotional four-page pamphlet which uses a poem, by C. J. Dennis, regarding the finishing of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932. The poem was specifically written for Berger’s Paints, and incorporates (in three places) the widespread advertising slogan which states … [Read more...] about “I Dips Me Lid” to the Sydney Harbour Bridge [by C. J. Dennis, 1932]

Filed Under: books booklets pamphlets, poetry Tagged With: Arthur Phillip (1738-1814) (subject), booklet, C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceSLV, Sydney Harbour Bridge, year1932

Conditional Culture [by Rex Ingamells, 1938]

6 October 2013 · Leave a Comment

[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]

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The Story of the Eureka Stockade [by John Lynch, 1947]

26 August 2013 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: The Story of the Eureka Stockade was written by John Lynch, regarding various events and people connected to the Eureka Rebellion. It was originally published as a magazine serial story in 1893-1894. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the … [Read more...] about The Story of the Eureka Stockade [by John Lynch, 1947]

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