The Life and Times of C.J. Dennis
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: small tear on front of jacket
Meet the man behind the "Sentimental Bloke" and discover the heart of a true Australian legend. In this definitive biography, Alec H. Chisholm explores the remarkable life of C.J. Dennis, the poet who captured the vernacular and the spirit of a nation like no other. From his early days in rural South Australia to his meteoric rise as the most famous writer in the country during the First World War, "The Life and Times of C.J. Dennis" provides an intimate look at a complex, witty, and deeply soulful character. Chisholm—a contemporary and friend—blends personal anecdotes with historical research to reveal how Dennis turned the slang of the streets into enduring literature. This edition, featuring a consultant editor's touch by Barry Watts, is an essential read for anyone who treasures the history of Australian storytelling and the legacy of the man who gave a voice to the "Anzac" generation.
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: small tear on front of jacket
Meet the man behind the "Sentimental Bloke" and discover the heart of a true Australian legend. In this definitive biography, Alec H. Chisholm explores the remarkable life of C.J. Dennis, the poet who captured the vernacular and the spirit of a nation like no other. From his early days in rural South Australia to his meteoric rise as the most famous writer in the country during the First World War, "The Life and Times of C.J. Dennis" provides an intimate look at a complex, witty, and deeply soulful character. Chisholm—a contemporary and friend—blends personal anecdotes with historical research to reveal how Dennis turned the slang of the streets into enduring literature. This edition, featuring a consultant editor's touch by Barry Watts, is an essential read for anyone who treasures the history of Australian storytelling and the legacy of the man who gave a voice to the "Anzac" generation.
