Song of the Shingle-Splitters
'Song of the Shingle-Splitters' Summary
The poem tells the story of a group of shingle-splitters who are working in the bush. The men are poor and their work is hard, but they are proud of their craft and the community they have built together. The poem is full of beautiful descriptions of the Australian bush and the men's way of life. It is also a powerful indictment of the social and economic conditions that force the men to live in poverty. Song of the Shingle-Splitters explores the beauty of the Australian bush, the importance of community, and the social and economic struggles of the working class.Book Details
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Henry Kendall
Australia
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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