[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913) and Backblock Ballads and Later Verses (1918).] An Old Master We were cartin’ laths and palin’s from the slopes of Mount St. Leonard, With our axles near the road-bed and the … [Read more...] about An Old Master [poem by C. J. Dennis]
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Backblock Ballads and Later Verses [by C. J. Dennis, 1918]
[Editor: This book of poems by C. J. Dennis was published in 1918, although many of his works had previously appeared in various periodicals. The majority of the poems included in this volume had appeared in his first book Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913); however, that … [Read more...] about Backblock Ballads and Later Verses [by C. J. Dennis, 1918]
The Swagman’s Rest [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895.] The Swagman’s Rest We buried old Bob where the bloodwoods wave At the foot of the Eaglehawk; We fashioned a cross on the old man’s grave For fear that his ghost … [Read more...] about The Swagman’s Rest [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Jim Carew [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895.] Jim Carew Born of a thoroughbred English race, Well proportioned and closely knit, Neat, slim figure and handsome face, Always ready and always fit, Hardy and … [Read more...] about Jim Carew [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Under the Shadow of Kiley’s Hill [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895.] Under the Shadow of Kiley’s Hill This is the place where they all were bred; Some of the rafters are standing still; Now they are scattered and lost and … [Read more...] about Under the Shadow of Kiley’s Hill [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Come-by-Chance [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 21 March 1891.] Come-by-Chance As I pondered very weary o’er a volume long and dreary — For the plot was void of interest — … [Read more...] about Come-by-Chance [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The Great Calamity [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 19 August 1893.] The Great Calamity MacFierce’un came to Whiskeyhurst When summer days were hot, And bided there wi’ Jock … [Read more...] about The Great Calamity [poem by Banjo Paterson]
How the Favourite Beat Us [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in Rosehill Race Book, 9 November 1894.] How the Favourite Beat Us ‘Aye,’ said the boozer, ‘I tell you it’s true, sir, ‘I once was a punter with … [Read more...] about How the Favourite Beat Us [poem by Banjo Paterson]
A Bush Christening [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 16 December 1893.] A Bush Christening On the outer Barcoo where the churches are few, And men of religion are scanty, On a road … [Read more...] about A Bush Christening [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Those Names [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 20 September 1890.] Those Names The shearers sat in the firelight, hearty and hale and strong, After the hard day’s shearing, … [Read more...] about Those Names [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Last Week [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 16 December 1893.] Last Week Oh, the new-chum went to the backblock run, But he should have gone there last week. He tramped … [Read more...] about Last Week [poem by Banjo Paterson]
In Defence of the Bush [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 23 July 1892.] In Defence of the Bush So you’re back from up the country, Mister Townsman, where you went, And you’re cursing … [Read more...] about In Defence of the Bush [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The Daylight is Dying [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895.] The Daylight is Dying The daylight is dying Away in the west, The wild birds are flying In silence to rest; In leafage and frondage Where shadows are deep, They … [Read more...] about The Daylight is Dying [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Ambition and Art [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 26 May 1894.] Ambition and Art Ambition I am the maid of the lustrous eyes Of great fruition, Whom the sons of men that are … [Read more...] about Ambition and Art [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Johnson’s Antidote [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 26 January 1895.] Johnson’s Antidote Down along the Snakebite River where the overlanders camp, Where the serpents are in … [Read more...] about Johnson’s Antidote [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The Wind’s Message [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895.] The Wind’s Message There came a whisper down the Bland between the dawn and dark, Above the tossing of the pines, above the river’s flow; It stirred the boughs of … [Read more...] about The Wind’s Message [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Shearing at Castlereagh [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 10 February 1894.] Shearing at Castlereagh The bell is set a-ringing, and the engine gives a toot, There’s five-and-thirty … [Read more...] about Shearing at Castlereagh [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The Flying Gang [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 18 July 1891.] The Flying Gang (A Railroad Song) I served my time, in the days gone by, In the railway’s clash and … [Read more...] about The Flying Gang [poem by Banjo Paterson]
How Gilbert Died [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 2 June 1894.] How Gilbert Died There’s never a stone at the sleeper’s head, There’s never a fence beside, And the wandering … [Read more...] about How Gilbert Died [poem by Banjo Paterson]
A Bushman’s Song [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 24 December 1892.] A Bushman’s Song I’m travelling down the Castlereagh, and I’m a station-hand, I’m handy with the ropin’ pole, … [Read more...] about A Bushman’s Song [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The Boss of the ‘Admiral Lynch’ [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 10 December 1892.] The Boss of the ‘Admiral Lynch’ Did you ever hear tell of Chili? I was readin’ the other day Of President … [Read more...] about The Boss of the ‘Admiral Lynch’ [poem by Banjo Paterson]
The All Right ’Un [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 5 August 1893.] The All Right ’Un He came from ‘further out,’ That land of fear and drought And dust and gravel. He got a … [Read more...] about The All Right ’Un [poem by Banjo Paterson]
Black Swans [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Sydney Mail, 22 July 1893.] Black Swans As I lie at rest on a patch of clover In the Western Park when the day is done, I watch as the … [Read more...] about Black Swans [poem by Banjo Paterson]
A Bunch of Roses [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 19 May 1894.] A Bunch of Roses Roses ruddy and roses white, What are the joys that my heart discloses? Sitting alone in the … [Read more...] about A Bunch of Roses [poem by Banjo Paterson]
A Voice from the Town [poem by Banjo Paterson]
[Editor: This poem by “Banjo” Paterson was published in The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses, 1895; previously published in The Bulletin, 20 October 1894.] A Voice from the Town A sequel to ‘A Voice from the Bush’ I thought, in the days of the droving, Of steps I … [Read more...] about A Voice from the Town [poem by Banjo Paterson]