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Adam Lindsay Gordon was one of the most celebrated poets of the 19th century, known for his evocative and lyrical verse. In this beautifully illustrated collection, readers can enjoy some of Gordon's best-loved works, including "The Sick Stockrider," "The Last Leap," and "The...

Adam Lindsay Gordon was one of the most celebrated poets of the 19th century, known for his evocative and lyrical verse. In this beautifully illustrated collection, readers can enjoy some of Gordon's best-loved works, including "The Sick Stockrider," "The Last Leap," and "The...

At rest Hard by the margin of that sea Whose sounds are mingled with his noble verse, Now lies the shell that never more will house The fine, strong spirit of my gifted friend. Yea, he who flashed upon us suddenly, A shining soul with syllables of fire, Who sang the first great... Read Full Overview

Adam Lindsay Gordon (1833-1870) was an Australian poet, jockey and politician. His most sustained effort, the "Rhyme of Joyous Garde", has some glorious stanzas, and on it and some 20 other poems Gordon's fame may be allowed to rest.

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