On Kiley's Run
Sure, I can help you with that! Kiley's Run by Andrew Barton Paterson is a novel set in the Australian outback during World War I. The story follows the journey of a young man named Kiley who leaves his home to join the war effort, but finds himself lost and alone in the vast desert landscape. Along the way, he encounters various characters, including a mysterious woman who helps him navigate the treacherous terrain and confront his own demons. The novel explores themes of isolation, courage, and the human condition, and is known for its vivid descriptions of the Australian outback and its impact on the characters.
By Andrew Barton Paterson · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Anthology, Classic Literature · 1,032 words
First lines
The roving breezes come and go On Kiley's Run, The sleepy river murmurs low, And far away one dimly sees Beyond the stretch of forest trees -- Beyond the foothills dusk and dun -- The ranges sleeping in the sun On Kiley's Run.
'Tis many years since first I came To Kiley's Run, More years than I would care to name Since I, a stripling, used to ride For miles and miles at Kiley's side, The while in stirring tones he told The stories of the days of old On Kiley's Run.
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On Kiley's Run is listed on Textopian as a poem by Andrew Barton Paterson, dated 1908 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Andrew Barton Paterson
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Anthology, Classic Literature
- Length: 1,032 words
- Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The book features a collection of Andrew Barton Paterson's poems, and the author's style is characteristic of the Australian bush poetry tradition.
- Anthology — The book is a compilation of multiple works by the same author, thereby fitting the definition of an anthology.
- Classic Literature — The author, Andrew Barton Paterson, is a significant figure in Australian literature and the bush poetry tradition, lending the work a classic status.
Tags
adventure · Australia · outback · horse racing · friendship · courage · determination · nature · rural life · conflict · perseverance · family