Bushland Stories / Amy Eleanor Mack; Illustrated by Joyce Dennys – Angus & Robertson, 1983

A beautifully presented edition of Bushland Stories, Amy Eleanor Mack’s timeless Australian children’s tales, originally published in 1910. This 1983 Angus & Robertson hardcover brings together selected stories from the early editions, paired with charming illustrations by Joyce Dennys, some in colour, taken from the 1921 illustrated version.

Full of gentle humour and appreciation for Australia’s natural world, these stories remain beloved classics of early Australian children’s literature. This edition is ideal for collectors, families, and lovers of heritage storytelling.

Author
Amy Eleanor Mack

Illustrator
Joyce Dennys

Publisher
Angus & Robertson, London/Sydney

Date
1983 (Selections originally published 1910; illustrations from 1921 edition)

Format
Hardcover

Pages
114 p. : illustrations (some colour) ; 27 cm

ISBN
020714852X

Notes
Selections from Bushland Stories (1910), with illustrations from the 1921 edition.
For children.

Subject
Children’s stories in English — Australian authors (1890–1945)
Australian children’s literature

Condition
Good – tears and repairs to dust jacket; small mark on dedication page; light wear to boards at the base.

Why You’ll Love It
A delightful revival of one of Australia’s early children’s classics. The combination of Mack’s gentle storytelling and Dennys’ evocative illustrations makes this edition both collectible and highly readable. A lovely addition to Australian children's literature shelves.