Published in 1888, this volume of poetry captures the spirit and beauty of Australia in the late 19th century. Sladen's poems evoke the vast landscapes, rugged pioneers, and vibrant cities of this young nation, while also exploring themes of love, loss, and mortality. Though Sladen is now largely forgotten, the rich and evocative language of his poetry remains a testament to the power of the written word. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.