[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in A Book for Kids, 1921.] The Swagman Oh, he was old and he was spare; His bushy whiskers and his hair Were all fussed up and very grey. He said he’d come a long, long way And had a long, long way to go. Each boot was … [Read more...] about The Swagman [poem by C. J. Dennis]
C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author)
Cuppacumalonga [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in A Book for Kids, 1921.] Cuppacumalonga “Rover, rover, cattle-drover, where go you to-day?” I go to Cuppacumalonga, fifty miles away; Over plains where Summer rains have sung a song of glee, Over hills where laughing … [Read more...] about Cuppacumalonga [poem by C. J. Dennis]
The Dawn Dance [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in A Book for Kids, 1921.] The Dawn Dance What do you think I saw to-day when I arose at dawn? Blue Wrens and Yellow-tails dancing on the lawn! Bobbing here, bowing there, gossiping away, And how I wished that you were … [Read more...] about The Dawn Dance [poem by C. J. Dennis]
The Baker [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in A Book for Kids, 1921.] The Baker I’d like to be a baker, and come when morning breaks, Calling out, “Beeay-ko!” (that’s the sound he makes) — Riding in a rattle-cart that jogs and jolts and shakes, Selling all the … [Read more...] about The Baker [poem by C. J. Dennis]
Dedication [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in A Book for Kids, 1921.] Dedication To all good children over four And under four-and-eighty. Be you not over-prone to pore On matters grave and weighty. Mayhap you’ll find within this book Some touch of Youth’s rare … [Read more...] about Dedication [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[A Very Charming Gentleman] [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in A Book for Kids, 1921.] [A Very Charming Gentleman] A very charming gentleman, as old as old could be, Stared a while, and glared a while, and then he said to me: “Read your books, and heed your books, and put your … [Read more...] about [A Very Charming Gentleman] [poem by C. J. Dennis]
A Book for Kids [by C. J. Dennis, 1921]
[Editor: This book by C. J. Dennis was published in 1921. Most of the book consists of poetry for children; however, it also includes two stories for children as well. There are four poems entitled “Bird Song” in the book; these are distinguished from each other in the list below … [Read more...] about A Book for Kids [by C. J. Dennis, 1921]
Brothers [poem by C.J. Dennis, 22 August 1929]
[Editor: This poem, attributed to C.J. Dennis, satirically attacks a Russian communist newspaper’s criticism of Australian workers supporting a White Australia. Published in The Register (Adelaide, SA), 22 August 1929.] Brothers (By Den) Pravda, Russia’s Soviet … [Read more...] about Brothers [poem by C.J. Dennis, 22 August 1929]
Glossary [for Backblock Ballads and Other Verses, by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This glossary by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913).] Glossary. For the use of the thoroughly genteel. Ar, an exclamation expressive of surprise, sorrow, joy, contempt, pity, etc., according to the manner of utterance. Back … [Read more...] about Glossary [for Backblock Ballads and Other Verses, by C.J. Dennis]
Overweight [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Overweight. Me heart strings are … [Read more...] about Overweight [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Brown’s Tram [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Brown’s Tram. A city clerk was … [Read more...] about Brown’s Tram [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Suburbia — A Yearn [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Suburbia — A Yearn. O man with a … [Read more...] about Suburbia — A Yearn [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Eternal Circle [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] The Eternal Circle. Now, a … [Read more...] about The Eternal Circle [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Moonshine [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Moonshine. I love you, dear; o’ … [Read more...] about Moonshine [poem by C.J. Dennis]
A Ballad of Elderly Kids [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] A Ballad of Elderly Kids. Now … [Read more...] about A Ballad of Elderly Kids [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Weighed In [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Weighed In. There’s mourning on … [Read more...] about Weighed In [poem by C.J. Dennis]
It Was Never Contemplated [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] It Was Never Contemplated. When … [Read more...] about It Was Never Contemplated [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The First Elective Ministry [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] The First Elective Ministry. In … [Read more...] about The First Elective Ministry [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Yarra Flats [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Yarra Flats. A spieler came to … [Read more...] about Yarra Flats [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Under the Party Plan [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Under the Party Plan. [This is … [Read more...] about Under the Party Plan [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Royal Hat [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] The Royal Hat. Now a hat is a … [Read more...] about The Royal Hat [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Nearing Drums [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] The Nearing Drums. Beside my own … [Read more...] about The Nearing Drums [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Idolators [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] The Idolators. The veil was rent, … [Read more...] about The Idolators [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Martyred Democrat [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] The Martyred Democrat. A … [Read more...] about The Martyred Democrat [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Tory [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] The Tory. In “the early eocene” … [Read more...] about The Tory [poem by C.J. Dennis]