Simpson and the donkey : the making of a legend
Cochrane, Peter, 1950-1992
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The tale of Simpson and his donkey is the pre-eminent legend of heroism. It is the story of a humble water-carrier, a rescuer of wounded men, a tale of compassion, stoic persistence, with a tragic end. His tale is an integral part of the Anzac story.
Main title:
Simpson and the donkey : the making of a legend / by Peter Cochrane
Author:
Imprint:
Carlton Victoria : Melbourne University Press, 1992
Collation:
296 pages : illustrations ; portraits
Contents:
Ch. 1. To Hide the Man -- Ch. 2. 'And Life is Perfected by Death' -- Ch. 3. An Instrument of Imperial Purpose -- Ch. 4. A Saintly Bearing -- Ch. 5. The Name of Unsung Heroes -- Ch. 6. All Creatures Great and Small -- Ch. 7. Photographic Mysteries -- Ch. 8. The Ritual Centre -- Ch. 9. Invented Anew -- Postscript: The Language of Legend and Myth.
ISBN:
0522845029 (paperback)
Dewey class:
940.426
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
53250
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research | History Support Collection | 940.426 SIM | Available |