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1870 Bush Ballads & Galloping Rhymes Antique Australian Poetry Fiction Book

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1870 Bush Ballads & Galloping Rhymes Antique Australian Poetry Fiction Book

Bush Ballads And Galloping Rhymes
By The Author Of "Ashtaroth" - Adam Lindsay Gordon
Published by Clarson, Massina And Co General Printers: Melbourne 1870 1st Edition
Rare 1st Edition Adam Lindsay Gordon - Bindings Have Collapsed However Book Is Complete

"Bush Ballads and Galloping Rhymes, first published in 1870 by Clarson, Massina and Co. in Melbourne, is a significant collection of poems by Adam Lindsay Gordon, one of Australia's most celebrated poets. The volume captures the rugged and untamed spirit of the Australian outback through evocative verse, blending themes of adventure, hardship, and the stark beauty of the Australian landscape. Gordon's distinctive writing style draws upon his own experiences as a horseman and his deep connection with the Australian bush, making this work a cornerstone of Australian literary history.

The collection showcases a variety of ballads that are laced with Australian vernacular, creating a vivid portrayal of life in 19th-century Australia. Through rhymed verse, Gordon weaves tales of outlaws, horse races, and the daily struggles of settlers. His writing is filled with a sense of both nostalgia and realism, capturing the tough, fearless nature of the Australian frontier. The poems are written with the sharp wit and dark humor that characterizes much of Gordon's work, offering readers a rare glimpse into the lives of Australia's early pioneers.

This first edition of Bush Ballads and Galloping Rhymes is particularly rare, and though the bindings have collapsed, the book remains complete in 103 pages. It serves as a vital piece of Australia's literary heritage and would appeal to collectors of rare books, fans of Australian poetry, and anyone interested in the nation's colonial history. Gordon's legacy as a poet and his influence on Australian literature is immortalized in this work, making it a valuable addition to any collection."

Scarce title. General wear, fading and rub through to covers and spine as shown. Text block sits loose neatly within covers. Some light foxing present. Complete in 103 pages. A decent copy of a rare Australian poetry book. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 21cm x 14cm x 1cm - 103 Pages

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Original Cloth Bindings"]
Region: Australia, Oceania
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Scarce title. General wear, fading and rub through to covers and spine as shown. Text block sits loose neatly within covers. Some light foxing present. Complete in 103 pages. A decent copy of a rare Australian poetry book. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Adam Lindsay Gordon
Publisher: Clarson, Massina And Co General Printers: Melbourne
Year Printed: 1870
Sub-subject: Early Australian Poetry