Australian literature Gordon's and Brennan's (but particularly Brennan's) works conformed to traditional styles of poetry, with many classical allusions, and therefore fell within the domain of high culture. However, at the same time Australia was blessed with a competing, vibrant tradition of folk songs and ballads. Henry Lawson and Banjo Paterson were two of the chief exponents of these popular ballads, and 'Banjo' himself was responsible for creating what is probably the most famous Australian verse, "Waltzing Matilda". At one point, Lawson and Paterson contributed a series of verses to "The Bulletin" magazine in which they engaged in a literary debate about
Macpherson baronets Macpherson baronets There have been two baronetcies created for persons with the surname Macpherson, one in the Baronetage of Great Britain and one in the Baronetage of the United Kingdom. The Macpherson Baronetcy, of Calcutta in India, was created in the Baronetage of Great Britain on 27 June 1786 for John Macpherson. He was Acting Governor-General of India from 1785 to 1786 and also represented Cricklade and Horsham in the House of Commons. The Macpherson Baronetcy, of Drumalban, was created in the Baronetage of the United Kingdom on 26 April 1933. For more information on this creation, see the Baron