Bill Scott (author)
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William Neville Scott OAM (4 October 1923 ā 22 December 2005) was an Australian author, folklorist, songwriter, poet, and collector of bush ballads and Australian folk history.[1] He has published anthologies of Australian bush songs, including the best selling book The Complete Book of Australian Folklore published in 1976. He was awarded the Order of Australia in 1992[2] for his contributions to folklore, folk music, and Australian literature. He was considered a living treasure,[3] and his anthologies of songs and his donated collections continue his legacy.
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Bill Scott | |
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Born | William Neville Scott (1923-10-04)4 October 1923 Bundaberg, Queensland |
Died | 22 December 2005(2005-12-22) (aged 82) Warwick, Queensland |
Occupation | Author, Folklorist, Poet |
Nationality | Australian |
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