About this book
On Our Selection by Steele Rudd invites listeners into the uproarious, tender world of Dad and Dave as the Rudd clan battles the Australian bush to carve out a farming "selection." Set at the turn of the twentieth century, these comic sketches capture rural life under the strain of fire, drought, snakebite and the occasional loony hired hand, all told in affectionate, character-driven prose that helped define classic Australian literature.
Through a string of vignette-like episodes, Steele Rudd blends deadpan humor with genuine warmth, portraying pioneers’ resilience, family bonds, and the everyday absurdities of settler life. The stories reflect the historical reality of land selection and colonial settlement while using vernacular speech and situational comedy to satirize both hardship and human foibles. Readers will find themes of mateship, resourcefulness and the stubborn optimism that forged rural communities.
Perfect for fans of humor and literature, young adult listeners discovering a national classic, or anyone who loves character-led, voice-rich storytelling, this audiobook brings to life a cornerstone of Australia’s literary heritage and the unforgettable antics of Dad and Dave.
