The Man from Snowy River
The Man from Snowy River, written by Andrew Barton Paterson, is a classic Australian novel published in 1902. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Matt Brandy, who lives on a remote station in the Snowy Mountains. Matt is known for his exceptional horsemanship and his love for the rugged landscape of the Australian outback. The novel explores themes of masculinity, adventure, and the relationship between humans and the natural world. Through Matt's experiences, Paterson highlights the challenges and rewards of living in a remote and unforgiving environment, where survival depends on one's skills and resilience. The Man from Snowy River has become an iconic work of Australian literature, celebrated for its vivid descriptions of the landscape and its exploration of the human spirit. The novel has been adapted into various forms, including a film and a musical, and continues to captivate readers with its timeless themes and memorable characters.
By Andrew Barton Paterson · First published 1890 · Genre: Poetry, Australian Literature, Adventure · 1,474 words
First lines
There was movement at the station, for the word had passed around That the colt from old Regret had got away, And had joined the wild bush horses -- he was worth a thousand pound, So all the cracks had gathered to the fray. All the tried and noted riders from the stations near and far Had mustered at the homestead overnight, For the bushmen love hard riding where the wild bush horses are, And the stock-horse snuffs the battle with delight.
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The Man from Snowy River is listed on Textopian as a poem by Andrew Barton Paterson, dated 1890 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Andrew Barton Paterson
- Date: 1890 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Australian Literature, Adventure, Folklore
- Length: 1,474 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The book is a collection of poems written by Andrew Barton Paterson.
- Australian Literature — Paterson is an acclaimed figure in Australian literature, and the book strongly captures elements of the Australian outback and culture in its narrative.
- Adventure — His poems often involve narrative strands that depict adventurous scenarios and heroic figures such as in the poem 'The Man from Snowy River'.
- Folklore — Paterson's work often includes elements of folklore, as he immortalizes aspects of Australian culture and life in his poetry.
Tags
Australian literature · classic novel · horse racing · outback · adventure · romance · nature · landscapes · frontier · settlement · colonialism · historical fiction