[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.] Brothers o’ Mine. Brothers o’ … [Read more...] about Brothers o’ Mine [poem by C.J. Dennis]
C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author)
Toolangi [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.] Toolangi. He was obviously … [Read more...] about Toolangi [poem by C.J. Dennis]
On the Land [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.] On the Land. Oh, listen you young … [Read more...] about On the Land [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Comin’ ’Ome frum Shearin’ [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.] Comin’ ’Ome frum Shearin’. The … [Read more...] about Comin’ ’Ome frum Shearin’ [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Bleating [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 Bleating. Lo, I listened to … [Read more...] about The Bleating [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Cleanin’ [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.] Cleanin’. The Kings thet lives in … [Read more...] about Cleanin’ [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Me an’ Bates [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.] Me an’ Bates. Schoolmates — me … [Read more...] about Me an’ Bates [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Ballad of Juno Sue [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 Ballad of Juno Sue. Sue … [Read more...] about The Ballad of Juno Sue [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Cruise of the “Nightmare” [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 Cruise of the … [Read more...] about The Cruise of the “Nightmare” [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Up ’Long the Billabong [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.] Up ’Long the Billabong. Oh, the … [Read more...] about Up ’Long the Billabong [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Mornin’ Magpies [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.] Mornin’ Magpies. There’s a dismal … [Read more...] about Mornin’ Magpies [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Snakes [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.] Snakes. Reginald Alphonsus Bungey … [Read more...] about Snakes [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Barley Grass [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.] Barley Grass. Wavin’ corn upon … [Read more...] about Barley Grass [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Mutton [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.] Mutton. In the middle of the … [Read more...] about Mutton [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Looting of Jim [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 Looting of Jim. Jim Johnson … [Read more...] about The Looting of Jim [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Wanderers Lost [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.] Wanderers Lost. Oh, we are the … [Read more...] about Wanderers Lost [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Doch-an-Doris [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.] Doch-an-doris. Be aisy Pat! Don’t … [Read more...] about Doch-an-Doris [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Roamin’ Free [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.] Roamin’ Free. The miser sits … [Read more...] about Roamin’ Free [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Backblock Ballads and Other Verses [by C. J. Dennis, 1913]
[Editor: This book of poems by C.J. Dennis was published in 1913, although many of his works had previously appeared in various periodicals. Although Backblock Ballads and Other Verses was not a good seller, twenty-one of its poems were included in his later book, Backblock … [Read more...] about Backblock Ballads and Other Verses [by C. J. Dennis, 1913]
The Glossary [for The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke, by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This glossary of words and phrases by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke.] The Glossary GLOSSARY For use with “The Sentimental Bloke” and “Ginger Mick.” A.I.F. — Australian Imperial Force. Alley, to toss in the. — To give up … [Read more...] about The Glossary [for The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke, by C.J. Dennis]
The Mooch o’ Life [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. 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.] XIV. THE MOOCH O’ LIFE The Mooch o’ … [Read more...] about The Mooch o’ Life [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Kid [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. 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.] XIII. THE KID The Kid My son! . . . … [Read more...] about The Kid [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Uncle Jim [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. 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.] XII. UNCLE JIM Uncle Jim “I got no time … [Read more...] about Uncle Jim [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Beef Tea [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. 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.] XI. BEEF TEA Beef Tea She never magged; … [Read more...] about Beef Tea [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Hitched [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. 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.] X. HITCHED Hitched “An’ — wilt — yeh — … [Read more...] about Hitched [poem by C.J. Dennis]