In the early twentieth century, it was often said that “Australia rides on the sheep's back”-a reflection of the nation's dependence on the wool trade. Accordingly, a vast itinerant army of labourers was required to shear the sheep and prepare fleeces for market. In this essay, Rolf Boldrewood provides a vivid picture of the shearing season on a large property.
In the early twentieth century, it was often said that “Australia rides on the sheep's back”-a reflection of the nation's dependence on the wool trade. Accordingly, a vast itinerant army of labourers was required to shear the sheep and prepare fleeces for market. In this essay, Rolf Boldrewood provides a vivid picture of the shearing season on a large property.
Product Details
BN ID: | 2940159730152 |
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Publisher: | Blackstone Audio, Inc. |
Publication date: | 06/27/2023 |
Edition description: | Unabridged |