Leaves From Australian Forests

Leaves from Australian Forests

by Henry Kendall

Published in 1869, "Leaves from Australian Forests" is a collection of poems by Henry Kendall, widely considered one of the founding fathers of Australian poetry. This volume is significant for showcasing Kendall's signature style – a lyrical and evocative exploration of the Australian landscape and its indigenous inhabitants. His poems capture the beauty and harshness of the natural world, often reflecting on themes of colonialism, loss, and the search for identity in a newly settled land. The collection features iconic verses like "Bell-Birds," "The Hut by the Black Swamp," and "The Last of His Tribe," demonstrating Kendall's unique ability to weave together nature, history, and human emotion.

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Henry Kendall

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Henry Kendall (18 April 1839 – 1 August 1882) was an Australian author and bush poet, who was particularly known for his poems and tales set in a natural environment. He appears never to have used his...

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