The Sentimental Bloke and Other Verses by C J Dennis

Book Description

Secondhand. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges. Sunning to right foredge. Gilded top foredge. Interior and binding are also very good.

A selection of poems by C J Dennis, chosen and introduced by Alec H Chisholm.

Hard copy edition from the Collector's Library of Australia's Great Books.

It chronicles the humorous and often poignant experiences of Bill, a Melbourne larrikin, as he navigates love, life, and the challenges of his urban environment. Written in a distinctive Australian vernacular, the verses present a vivid snapshot of early 20th-century working-class life.

C. J. Dennis masterfully illustrates the universal themes of romance, friendship, and self-discovery with wit and warmth, making it a beloved work of Australian literature.