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Scots Of The Riverina

Scots Of The Riverina

By: Henry Lawson
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 This evocative poem captures the poignant tale of a boy in Australia who leaves his familys farm at the height of harvest season, where to run from home was a crime. Set against the backdrop of Gundagai in the Riverina region of New South Wales, the narrative unfolds with themes of longing and the bittersweet nature of leaving home. (David Lawrence)Copyright Culture and Heritage classics Literature & Fiction Social Sciences
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  • 013 - Scots Of The Riverina - Read by VB

    013 - Scots Of The Riverina - Read by VB
    Feb 17 2026
    This evocative poem captures the poignant tale of a boy in Australia who leaves his familys farm at the height of harvest season, where to run from home was a crime. Set against the backdrop of Gundagai in the Riverina region of New South Wales, the narrative unfolds with themes of longing and the bittersweet nature of leaving home. (David Lawrence)
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    2 mins
  • 012 - Scots Of The Riverina - Read by TP

    012 - Scots Of The Riverina - Read by TP
    Feb 17 2026
    This evocative poem captures the poignant tale of a boy in Australia who leaves his familys farm at the height of harvest season, where to run from home was a crime. Set against the backdrop of Gundagai in the Riverina region of New South Wales, the narrative unfolds with themes of longing and the bittersweet nature of leaving home. (David Lawrence)
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    3 mins
  • 011 - Scots Of The Riverina - Read by SS

    011 - Scots Of The Riverina - Read by SS
    Feb 17 2026
    This evocative poem captures the poignant tale of a boy in Australia who leaves his familys farm at the height of harvest season, where to run from home was a crime. Set against the backdrop of Gundagai in the Riverina region of New South Wales, the narrative unfolds with themes of longing and the bittersweet nature of leaving home. (David Lawrence)
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    2 mins
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