An Outback Marriage (Esprios Classics) - Paterson, A. B.
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Andrew Barton "Banjo" Paterson, CBE (17 February 1864 - 5 February 1941) was an Australian bush poet, journalist and author. He wrote many ballads and poems about Australian life, focusing particularly on the rural and outback areas, including the district around Binalong, New South Wales, where he spent much of his childhood. Paterson was a law clerk with a Sydney-based firm headed by Herbert Salwey, and was admitted as a solicitor in 1886. In the years he practised as a solicitor, he also started writing. Paterson's more notable poems include "Clancy of the Overflow" (1889), "The Man from…mehr

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Andrew Barton "Banjo" Paterson, CBE (17 February 1864 - 5 February 1941) was an Australian bush poet, journalist and author. He wrote many ballads and poems about Australian life, focusing particularly on the rural and outback areas, including the district around Binalong, New South Wales, where he spent much of his childhood. Paterson was a law clerk with a Sydney-based firm headed by Herbert Salwey, and was admitted as a solicitor in 1886. In the years he practised as a solicitor, he also started writing. Paterson's more notable poems include "Clancy of the Overflow" (1889), "The Man from Snowy River" (1890) and "Waltzing Matilda" (1895), regarded widely as Australia's unofficial national anthem.
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Andrew Barton "Banjo" Paterson (1864–1941) was an Australian poet, journalist, and author, renowned for his bush ballads and distinct contribution to Australian literature. Paterson's work often celebrated the Australian outback and focused on the nation's rural life and folklore. Born near Orange in New South Wales, his rural upbringing greatly influenced his later writings. Paterson practiced law briefly but soon turned to writing, achieving fame with 'The Man from Snowy River,' a poem that captures the spirit of the Australian bush and its people. Another notable work, 'Waltzing Matilda,' has become an iconic Australian folk ballad known worldwide. 'An Outback Marriage', published in 1906, is a lesser-known prose work by Paterson, showcasing his versatility as a writer and offering insights into Australian rural society at the turn of the 20th century. The novel deals with themes of love, land inheritance, and the quintessential Australian bush culture. Throughout his career, Paterson's literary style radiated a sense of adventure and a love for storytelling, emphasizing his deep connection to the Australian landscape and its characters. His works have had a lasting impact on Australian identity and continue to be celebrated for their cultural significance and artistry.