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y separately published work icon Conversation with Dr. Val Vallis single work   interview  
Date: 24 Sep 1980
Issue Details: First known date: 1980... 1980 Conversation with Dr. Val Vallis
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Vallis speaks of his method for writing poems; he describes his family life, growing up in Gladstone, Central Queensland; publishing his poetry in the Bulletin; gaining a scholarship to study after the war; and his career as a university lecturer. Vallis reads the poems: 'Naval Exercises', 'The Enquiry', 'Songs of the East Coast', 'The Old Fisherman', and 'Michael'.

Publication Details of Only Known VersionEarliest 2 Known Versions of

    • Canberra, Australian Capital Territory,: National Library of Australia , 1980 .
      Extent: 1 sound tape reel (ca. 39 min.)p.
      Note/s:
      • Transcript available (13 p.).
      Series: y separately published work icon Hazel de Berg Collection Hazel de Berg , Canberra : National Library of Australia , 1957-1983 18399444 1957 series - publisher interview poetry The Hazel de Berg Collection consists of recordings of interviews and readings from many of Australia's poets, artists, writers, composers, actors, academics, publishers, librarians, scientists, anthropologists, public servants and some politicians. Paper based records include transcripts and interview background notes. Number in series: DeB 1193
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