The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke

Name: The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke
Author: C.J. Dennis

The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke is a classic Australian poem written by C.J. Dennis in 1915. It tells the story of Bill, a larrikin from the slums of Melbourne, and his journey to find love. The poem follows Bill as he meets and falls in love with Doreen, a young woman from a respectable family. Despite their differences, the two find a way to make their relationship work, and Bill learns to become a better person in the process. Along the way, Bill experiences a range of emotions, from joy and elation to sadness and despair. The poem is written in a unique style, combining slang and colloquialisms with a lyrical, poetic structure. It is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of Australians.

By C.J. Dennis · First published 1915 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Humor · 15 chapters · 14,738 words

First lines

The world 'as got me snouted jist a treat;

Crool Forchin's dirty left 'as smote me soul;

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Work type: Novel
Author: C.J. Dennis
Date: 1915 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romance, Humor, Realism
Length: 14,738 words
Structure: 15 chapters, 1,882 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Poetry — The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke is a narrative poem written by C.J. Dennis, making it a work of poetry.
Romance — The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke follows the story of a man's journey to find love, making it a romance.
Humor — The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke is written in a humorous style, making it a work of humor.
Realism — The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke is written in a realistic style, making it a work of realism.