Saltbush Bill, J. P. by A. B. Paterson
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| Author | Paterson, A. B. (Andrew Barton), 1864-1941 |
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| Title | Saltbush Bill, J. P. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saltbush_Bill,_J.P.,_and_Other_Verses |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Alan R. Light, and David Widger |
| Summary | "Saltbush Bill, J.P." by A. B. Paterson is a collection of verses written in the late 19th century. The book captures the rugged and rich life of the Australian bush, reflecting on its characters, landscapes, and the experiences of its people. Central to this collection is the figure of Saltbush Bill, a bushman who embodies the spirit of the Australian Outback while navigating various humorous and poignant situations that arise in his life as a Justice of the Peace amidst a backdrop of pastoral challenges. At the start of the collection, readers are introduced to various poems showcasing the sentiments of the bush life, including tributes to writing, wit about agricultural life, and narratives about wild horses known as brumbies. Saltbush Bill is depicted in relatable scenarios that often blend humor with sharp observations about human nature and society. The opening portion includes pieces like "Song of the Pen," which honors the craft of writing, and "Song of the Wheat," which speaks to the labor and joy of farming, setting the stage for the rich storytelling and cultural reflection that defines Paterson's work in this collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Frontier and pioneer life -- Australia -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1317 |
| Release Date | May 1, 1998 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 156 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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