BANJO PATERSON ~ A CHILDREN'S TREASURY~ Illustrated by DEE HUXLEY 1984 Lge HC/DJ

Description: LANSDOWNE Large Hardcover with a Dust Jacketprinted in 19841st EDITION BANJO PATERSON A CHILDREN'S TREASURYby A.B. (Banjo) Patersonillustrated by Dee Huxley This unusual collection brings together many of Banjo Paterson's familar poems and stories as well as some of his lesser known writings. Some of the works, such as the short story Constantine the Great, and extracts from the author's childhood reminiscences, Illalong Children, were written especially for children. The rest have been chosen for the appeal that they have for young readers. The result is a collection with a generous share of humour and a nice mix of memorable characters, animals and landscape. Includes 'Waltzing Matilda', 'The Man from Snowy River', 'Clancy of the Overflow' and many more. Banjo Paterson is Australia's most famous poet. Ballads such as 'The Man from Snowy River', 'Clancy of the Overflow', 'The Man from Ironbark', 'Mulga Bill's Bicycle' and 'Waltzing Matilda' have become part of our Australian heritage. Known as a poet of the bush, Banjo's iconic verse captures the landscape, hardship, resilience and humour of Australian life at the turn of the nineteenth century. Full of beautiful illustrations by interpreting Paterson's work in a wonderful manner Neat inscription on 1st blank page inside the front cover (see photo)One page has grubby marks (see photo)No other writing, marks or tears.I AM HAPPY TO COMBINE POSTAGE!Postage will be a parcel over 500gms Powered by eBay Turbo Lister

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Location: Craigieburn, VIC

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