The Coo-ee Reciter: Humorous, Pathetic, Dramatic, Dialect, Recitations & Readings

The Coo-ee Reciter: Humorous, Pathetic, Dramatic, Dialect, Recitations & Readings by various authors, is a journey through a collection of late 19th-century recitations that unveils a mosaic of human emotions and cultural experiences. From the gripping remorse of a soldier in "I Killed a Man at Graspan" grappling with taking a life, to the lighthearted romance in "Kitty O'Toole" and the vivid depiction of rural existence in "The Ballad of the Drover," each piece weaves a unique narrative. "The Rescue" plunges into the heart-stopping world of miners facing mortal danger, exemplifying the anthology's dramatic flair. Together, these literary works paint a diverse picture of life's highs and lows, inspiring feelings of home and common identity, notably within the Australian identity.