The Even More Complete Book of Australian Verse

Name: The Even More Complete Book of Australian Verse
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781921922152
Price: 17.99 NZD
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By John Clarke

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The Even More Complete Book of Australian Verse by John Clarke is a humorous collection of verse that cleverly parodies the styles of well-known Australian poets and offers a witty take on Australia's literary tradition. It features a range of playful and satirical poems that capture quintessentially Australian themes while delivering laughs for readers familiar with both the country and poetry genre.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate witty, satirical poetry that cleverly parodies well-known literary figures and styles. Filled with humour that celebrates and pokes fun at Australian culture, it offers a delightful mix of clever wordplay and hilarious insights, perfect for fans of comedic verse and those who enjoy a lighthearted literary romp.

The Even More Complete Book of Australian Verse

In the author's own words: possibly the most important anthology ever published.

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"For many years it was assumed that poetry came from England. Research now clearly demonstrates, however, that a great many of the world's most famous poets were actually Australians."

Possibly the most important anthology ever published. The Even More Complete Book of Australian Verse is the definitive collection featuring key works by such famous Australian poets as Gavin Milton, Arnold Wordsworth, Sylvia Blath, Very Manly Hopkins, R.A.C.V. Milne, and Dylan Thompson.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Even More Complete Book of Australian Verse by John Clarke is praised for its humorous and irreverent take on poetry, showcasing Clarke's talent for satire. It's described as highly entertaining, offering a sharp and clever twist on traditional Australian verse. Readers have found it to be a delightful and laugh-inducing read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921922152

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 April 2012

Country: Australia

Imprint: Text Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 108g

Pages: 132

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About the Author

John Clarke is one of Australia's best-known and most loved faces on TV. A comedian, writer and actor, his appearances include the famous Fred Dagg character, 'The Gillies Report' and 'The Games'. His books include A Dagg at My Table, The Howard Miracle, The 7.56 Report and the novel The Tournament.

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