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Our Mat (Unabridged) by Andrew Barton Paterson
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Our Mat (Unabridged)

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Length 31 minutes
Language English
Narrators Douglas Ward, Helen Baker & Sheri Walls

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Summary

In the rugged Australian outback, where the sun beats down relentlessly and the land stretches endlessly, a simple object holds profound significance: the swagman's mat. In Andrew Barton Paterson's classic poem, "Our Mat," we follow the journey of a swagman, a wandering laborer, as he traverses the unforgiving landscape. Through his eyes, we witness the hardships and triumphs of life on the road, the camaraderie of fellow travelers, and the enduring spirit that binds them together. Paterson's vivid imagery and evocative language paint a vivid tapestry of the Australian bush, capturing the essence of a nation forged in the crucible of adversity.

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