In Praise Of Australia: An Anthology In Prose And Verse (1912)

By Florence Gay and Thomas Bird Mosher

Book Overview

In Praise Of Australia: An Anthology In Prose And Verse is a book edited by Florence Gay and published in 1912. The book is a collection of literary works that celebrate Australia, its people, its culture, and its natural beauty. It includes poems, essays, stories, and other writings by some of Australia's most prominent writers of the time, such as Henry Lawson, Banjo Paterson, and Mary Gilmore, as well as lesser-known writers. The book is divided into sections that cover different aspects of Australian life, including the bush, the sea, the cities, and the people. The writings in the book reflect a deep love and admiration for Australia and its unique character, and provide a glimpse into the country's rich literary heritage. Overall, In Praise Of Australia is a valuable contribution to Australian literature and a testament to the enduring appeal of this remarkable country.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164022148
• ISBN13: 9781164022145
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"