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Title: Off the Bluebush : Verses for Australians West and East
Original Publication: Australia: Tyrrell's Limited, 1915.
Note: Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: David Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Off the Bluebush: Verses for Australians West and East" by J. P. Bourke is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the spirit and experiences of Australians, particularly those living in and migrating to Western Australia, capturing their struggles, camaraderie, and the vivid landscape of their lives. The verses intertwine themes of love, loss, hardship, and the rugged beauty of the outback, portraying another layer of the Australian character. The opening of the collection sets a tone of reverence, as Bourke dedicates his work to the people of Western Australia, celebrating their warmth and humanity. He crafts lines that resonate with personal memory and nostalgia, expressing gratitude towards his mother and friends who shaped his journey. Through evocative imagery and heartfelt expressions, the verses offer a glimpse into the lives of ordinary Australians, from the heartache of longing for home to the joy found in friendship and the call of adventure. The beginning hints at an earnest exploration of life, dreams, and the simplicity of connection, inviting readers into Bourke's world with an authentic and engaging voice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bourke, J. P. (John Philip), 1860-1914
Editor: Stephens, A. G. (Alfred George), 1865-1933
Illustrator: Wethered, Ned, 1890-1964
EBook No.: 70030
Published: Feb 12, 2023
Downloads: 87
Language: English
Subject: Australian poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Off the Bluebush : Verses for Australians West and East
Original Publication: Australia: Tyrrell's Limited, 1915.
Note: Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: David Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Off the Bluebush: Verses for Australians West and East" by J. P. Bourke is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the spirit and experiences of Australians, particularly those living in and migrating to Western Australia, capturing their struggles, camaraderie, and the vivid landscape of their lives. The verses intertwine themes of love, loss, hardship, and the rugged beauty of the outback, portraying another layer of the Australian character. The opening of the collection sets a tone of reverence, as Bourke dedicates his work to the people of Western Australia, celebrating their warmth and humanity. He crafts lines that resonate with personal memory and nostalgia, expressing gratitude towards his mother and friends who shaped his journey. Through evocative imagery and heartfelt expressions, the verses offer a glimpse into the lives of ordinary Australians, from the heartache of longing for home to the joy found in friendship and the call of adventure. The beginning hints at an earnest exploration of life, dreams, and the simplicity of connection, inviting readers into Bourke's world with an authentic and engaging voice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bourke, J. P. (John Philip), 1860-1914
Editor: Stephens, A. G. (Alfred George), 1865-1933
Illustrator: Wethered, Ned, 1890-1964
EBook No.: 70030
Published: Feb 12, 2023
Downloads: 87
Language: English
Subject: Australian poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.