Come-by-Chance
"Come-by-Chance" is a novel set in the Australian outback during World War I. The story follows the journey of a young man named Jack as he navigates the challenges of war and love. Jack finds himself caught between his loyalty to his mates and his growing feelings for a woman he meets along the way. As the war rages on, Jack must confront his own demons and find a way to come to terms with his past in order to move forward. The novel explores themes of friendship, love, and redemption, and is a powerful portrayal of the human experience during times of conflict.
By Andrew Barton Paterson · First published 1907 · Genre: Poetry, Australian Literature, Anthology · 511 words
First lines
As I pondered very weary o'er a volume long and dreary -- For the plot was void of interest -- 'twas the Postal Guide, in fact, There I learnt the true location, distance, size, and population Of each township, town, and village in the radius of the Act.
And I learnt that Puckawidgee stands beside the Murrumbidgee, And that Booleroi and Bumble get their letters twice a year, Also that the post inspector, when he visited Collector, Closed the office up instanter, and re-opened Dungalear.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Andrew Barton Paterson
- Date: 1907 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Australian Literature, Anthology
- Length: 511 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Poetry — Andrew Barton Paterson was primarily a poet, and 'Come-by-Chance' is a collection of his poems.
- Australian Literature — Paterson was a prominent figure in Australian literature, with 'Come-by-Chance' representing typical Australian themes and settings.
- Anthology — The book is a compilation of multiple poems, thus fitting it into anthology genre.
Tags
Australian literature · classic novel · frontier life · outback adventure · exploration · nature writing · travel literature · historical fiction · romance · adventure story · coming of age · male protagonist