Collected Poetry

Name: Collected Poetry
Author: Andrew Barton Paterson

Collected Poetry by Andrew Barton Paterson is a collection of the works of one of Australia’s most beloved poets. Paterson’s works are known for their vivid descriptions of the Australian landscape and its people, and his poems often reflect his love of the country and its people. This collection includes some of his most famous works, such as “The Man from Snowy River” and “Clancy of the Overflow”, as well as lesser-known works. It also includes some of his later works, such as “The Geebung Polo Club” and “Saltbush Bill”. This collection is a must-have for any fan of Paterson’s work, and a great introduction to his poetry for those who are unfamiliar with it.

By Andrew Barton Paterson · First published 1940 · Genre: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Romance · 60 chapters · 20,673 words

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And wherefore have they come, this warlike band, That o'er the ocean many a weary day That o'er the ocean many a weary day Have tossed; and now beside Suakim's Bay, With faces stern and resolute, do stand, Waking the desert's echoes with the drum-- Men of Australia, wherefore have ye come?

To keep the Puppet Khedive on the throne, To strike a blow for tyranny and wrong, To crush the weak and aid the oppressing strong! Regardless of the hapless Fellah's moan, Regardless of the hapless Fellah's moan, To force the payment of the Hebrew loan, Squeezing the tax like blood from out the stone?

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Work type: Poem
Author: Andrew Barton Paterson
Date: 1940 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Romance, Drama
Length: 20,673 words
Structure: 60 chapters, 482 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Poetry — The title of the book is 'Collected Poetry' by Andrew Barton Paterson, indicating that the primary genre of the book is poetry.
Literary Fiction — The book is a collection of poetry by Andrew Barton Paterson, indicating that the book is likely to contain elements of literary fiction.
Romance — Andrew Barton Paterson is known for writing romantic poetry, so the book may contain elements of romance.
Drama — Poetry often contains elements of drama, so the book may contain elements of drama.