Author: William Neville Scott
Alternate names: Scott, Bill, 1923-2005; Scott, William Neville, 1923-2005; Scott, Bill, 1923-; Scott, W. B.; Bill Scott; Scott, W.N., 1923-; Scott, William Neville; বিল স্কট; Mr William Neville SCOTT; W.N Scott
Born: 4 Oct 1923
Died: 22 Dec 2005
Bio: William Neville Scott OAM (4 October 1923 – 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. -Wikipedia