Sentimental Bloke

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Sentimental Bloke
Authors and Contributors      By (author) C. j. Dennis
SeriesA&R Classics
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:336
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 128
Category/GenreProse - non-fiction
ISBN/Barcode 9780207197352
ClassificationsDewey:A821.2
Audience
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
Imprint HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
Publication Date 19 November 2001
Publication Country Australia

Description

First published as the Songs of A Sentimental Bloke in 1915, this collection of verse-tales showcases Dennis' trademark wit and insight. the work of the 'laureate of the larrikin' has long been part of Australian cultural life - the tales of Ginger Mick, Doreen and the other memorable characters are ingrained into our collective consciousness, and from being an immediate bests seller back in 1915 have gone on to be adapted to film, theatre and music.

Author Biography

Clarence Michael James Stanislaus Dennis (C. J. Dennis) was born in Auburn, South Australia, on 7 September 1876. He worked as a solicitor's clerk, journalist and bartender, before becoming one of Australia's most treasured poets with his publications of, among others, The Sentimental Bloke, The Moods of Ginger Mick, Digger Smith and The Glugs of Gosh.