The Complete Sentimental Bloke

Edited by Neil James

2001

The Complete Sentimental Bloke, edited by Neil James and published in 2001, brings together the full text of C. J. Dennis’s most celebrated characters. The collection reflects the enduring popularity of Dennis’s writing and its central place in Australian literary culture.

For the first time in one volume, here are the complete verse stories of the Sentimental Bloke, Doreen, Ginger Mick, Digger Smith and Rose of Spadgers. Dennis's larrikins, lasses, soldiers and settlers won the hearts of Australians when they first appeared early last century.

Such is the humanity to be found in their lives — and the wisdom and humour in the telling of their stories — that they continue to cast their spell.