Poets, Painters and Pioneers: Banjo Paterson's Remarkable Family by Heather Knight

Author
Heather Knight

Publisher
Heather Knight, 2024

Format
Softcover

Pages
373 pages
Includes illustrations, portraits, plans, and genealogical tables
Dimensions: 21 cm

ISBN
9780645634013

Condition
Near Fine – Light handling only. Clean and tightly bound.

Overview
Poets, Painters and Pioneers by Heather Knight traces the extraordinary legacy of Banjo Paterson's extended family—exploring their contributions to Australia’s cultural, artistic, and pioneering history. Drawing on archival research, illustrations, and family documents, Knight uncovers the intertwined lives of a remarkable lineage that helped shape the national story through literature, art, and exploration.

With a genealogical lens and biographical detail, the book brings to life generations of a family whose stories mirror the development of colonial and modern Australia.

Why You’ll Love It
A captivating blend of biography, history, and genealogy, this title is perfect for readers of Australian heritage studies, Banjo Paterson enthusiasts, and those who love discovering the layered stories behind iconic cultural figures. Richly detailed and beautifully presented, it’s a standout title in the field of family and cultural history.