Lionel Gilbert intends to have the last word examining the epitaths written on the gravestones of many cemetries Australia wide.

Many of the epitaths have been artfully constructed into meaningful story, and we are introduced to the nature and history of epitaths; the Australianisation of Latin; the insight into war, tragedy, violence and heroism with a wonderful chapter on lines, phrases and words which are distinctively Australian.

There are examples of transfer from traditional English poets to common sayings in the Australian idiom.

Many of the inscriptions he has recorded are in danger of loss through time, vandalism and fragility. Lionel provides a new perspective, knowedge and insight into what being an Australian has meant.

He has the last word!

BOOK INFORMATION

Author(s): Lionel Gilbert
ISBN: 0908244649
Year: 2005
Pages: 451

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