[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]
[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]
Real Australian Fairy Stories [booklet by Eva Oakley, 1945]
[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]
Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses [booklet by Eva Oakley, 1945]
[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]
A Tribute to the Memory of Burke and Wills [broadsheet, 1862]
[Editor: This broadsheet about the Burke and Wills expedition was published in 1862. 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 Tribute to the Memory of Burke and Wills. The Fate … [Read more...] about A Tribute to the Memory of Burke and Wills [broadsheet, 1862]
The Glen of the White Man’s Grave [booklet by Henry Kendall, 1865]
[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]
Fools’ Harvest [novel by Erle Cox, 1939]
[Editor: This novel by Erle Cox (1873-1950) originally appeared in serial form in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.) in 1938. It was then published in a book format in 1939. It is a story about a fictional invasion of Australia. It was an popular novel, and added to the debate over … [Read more...] about Fools’ Harvest [novel by Erle Cox, 1939]
Out of the Silence [novel by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This book by Erle Cox (1873-1950) originally appeared in serial form in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.) in 1919. It was first published in a book format in 1925; the 1947 edition, which appears here, included a Prologue. It was an very popular novel, and was published in … [Read more...] about Out of the Silence [novel by Erle Cox]
‘Somewhere in France’ [by L. E. Homfray]
[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]
Australians, Awake! And Other Poems [by L. E. Homfray]
[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]
From Phillip to McKell: The Story of Australia [by Rex Ingamells, 1949]
[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]
Doreen [by C. J. Dennis, 1917]
[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]
A Child’s Smile [by “Southern Cross”, 1944]
[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]
The Country I Come From [by Henry Lawson, 1901]
[Editor: This book of short stories by Henry Lawson was published in 1901. All of the stories had been previously published in four other books by Lawson: On the Track (1900) Over the Sliprails (1900) Short Stories in Prose and Verse (1894) While the Billy Boils (1896). As … [Read more...] about The Country I Come From [by Henry Lawson, 1901]
The Complete Inner History of the Kelly Gang and Their Pursuers [by J. J. Kenneally]
[Editor: The Complete Inner History of the Kelly Gang and Their Pursuers, by J. J. Kenneally, was first published in 1929. Reproduced here is a copy of the 5th edition (1946). For many years, this book was considered the definitive history of Ned Kelly and the Kelly gang, … [Read more...] about The Complete Inner History of the Kelly Gang and Their Pursuers [by J. J. Kenneally]
The Foundations of Culture in Australia: An Essay towards National Self-Respect [by P. R. Stephensen, 1936]
[Editor: The Foundations of Culture in Australia: An Essay towards National Self-Respect (1936), by P. R. Stephensen, was a significant book which promoted ideas of Australian cultural nationalism. The 55 sections, or chapters, of the book are divided into three parts, which were … [Read more...] about The Foundations of Culture in Australia: An Essay towards National Self-Respect [by P. R. Stephensen, 1936]
The Tower of the Dream [poem by Charles Harpur, 1865]
[Editor: This booklet-length poem of four parts was written by Charles Harpur. 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 Tower of the Dream By Charles Harpur. Reprinted … [Read more...] about The Tower of the Dream [poem by Charles Harpur, 1865]
The Story of the Eureka Stockade [by John Lynch, 1947]
[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]
The Eureka Stockade [by Raffaello Carboni, 1855]
[Editor: This first-hand account of the Eureka Rebellion was written by Raffaello Carboni. A glossary has been provided to explain various words and phrases that may be unfamiliar to modern readers. Whilst most of the chapters headings are in Latin, the vast majority of the book … [Read more...] about The Eureka Stockade [by Raffaello Carboni, 1855]