Folklore Of Australia
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Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, some minor damage and tears to edges and corners. Page Condition: Good. Markings: previous owner. Binding: Intact. Stickers/Labels: None visible.
A rich and captivating anthology, Folklore of Australia gathers the stories, legends, ballads, and traditions that form the cultural bedrock of the Australian nation. Introduced by noted bibliographer and literary figure Walter Stone, the collection presents a sweeping panorama of bush yarns, tall tales, and folk songs passed down through generations of settlers, stockmen, and Aboriginal communities. The tone is warmly nostalgic yet scholarly, honouring the oral traditions that shaped a distinctly Australian identity far from the drawing rooms of Europe. From the rugged outback to the coastal settlements, the volume chronicles the wit, resilience, and larrikin spirit that define the Australian character. It stands as an essential reference for anyone seeking to understand the living mythology of the continent.
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, some minor damage and tears to edges and corners. Page Condition: Good. Markings: previous owner. Binding: Intact. Stickers/Labels: None visible.
A rich and captivating anthology, Folklore of Australia gathers the stories, legends, ballads, and traditions that form the cultural bedrock of the Australian nation. Introduced by noted bibliographer and literary figure Walter Stone, the collection presents a sweeping panorama of bush yarns, tall tales, and folk songs passed down through generations of settlers, stockmen, and Aboriginal communities. The tone is warmly nostalgic yet scholarly, honouring the oral traditions that shaped a distinctly Australian identity far from the drawing rooms of Europe. From the rugged outback to the coastal settlements, the volume chronicles the wit, resilience, and larrikin spirit that define the Australian character. It stands as an essential reference for anyone seeking to understand the living mythology of the continent.
