Australaise

Australaise

by C. J. Dennis

The Austra--laise is a satirical poem by C.J. Dennis, a well-known Australian poet. It parodies the grandiloquent style of national anthems, using colloquial language and a playful, ironic tone to celebrate Australia in a humorous and subversive way. The poem cleverly mocks patriotic clichés and the perceived seriousness of national identity, while also highlighting the unique character of Australian culture and language.

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C. J. Dennis

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Clarence Michael James Stanislaus Dennis was an Australian poet known for his humorous poems, especially "The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke", published in the early 20th century. Though Dennis's work i...

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