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Children of the Bush

Henry Lawson

Publisher: Jovian Press

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Wonderful stories, sketches and poems about the friendships and hardships of the Australian bushmen. A truly memorable collection of great literary writing, placed in the appropriate historical context, Henry Lawson delivers a masterpiece!
Available since: 02/10/2018.

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