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Ned Kelly and the Odd Rellie: Fifty Micro Lives of the Great Australians

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Ned Kelly and the Odd Rellie offers a witty and succinct journey through Australian history via fifty micro verses. Each four-line poem captures the essence of notable Australians, from historic figures like Banjo Paterson and William Bligh to cultural icons such as Collette Dinnigan and Russell Crowe. Complemented by Michel Streich's irreverent colour illustrations, this book distils complex biographies into entertaining snapshots, all within 100 pages.
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This book is ideal for readers who appreciate Australian history told with humour and brevity, fans of larrikin wit, and those looking for a light yet insightful read about national figures.

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These micro verses sum up the claims to fame of 50 of our national greats, are immortalised in Gerard Windsor's four-line portraits, and Michael Steich's irreverant illustrations.

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Ned Kelly and the Odd Rellie is all you need to know about Australian history in 100 pages! In the best traditions of larrikin wit, these micro verses sum up the claims to fame of 50 of our national greats.

From now on, this is how you'll remember your favourite Australian identities, from Banjo Paterson and William Bligh to Collette Dinnigan and Russell Croweβ€”immortalised in Gerard Windsor's four-line portraits and Michel Streich's irreverent colour illustrations.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780702235788

Publisher: University of Queensland Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 30 October 2006

Country: Australia

Imprint: University of Queensland Press

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 168.0mm

Weight: 236g

Pages: 124

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