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A.B. Paterson ; [illustrated by] Freya Blackwood.

28 unnumbered pages :

colour illustrations.

Summary: There is no swagman as legendary as the tragic hero of this tale, and there is no Australian song as well-known throughout the world. Explore the intriguing background behind the writing of this song, and see not just the lively story of a proud outback larrikin, but also a glimpse into the clashes and struggles that were so formative of Australian history.