In Search Of Henry Lawson

In Search Of Henry Lawson

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Manning Clark
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan, 1978

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor sun fading to dust jacket and slight chips on spine, no tears.

Manning Clark's "In Search of Henry Lawson" is a compelling biographical work that meticulously chronicles the life and literary contributions of one of Australia's most iconic writers, Henry Lawson. This scholarly text presents a nuanced portrait of Lawson, detailing his struggles, triumphs, and the profound impact of his environment on his evocative short stories and poems. Clark, a renowned historian, illuminates the complexities of Lawson's character and the enduring legacy of his bush poetry and prose, offering readers a deep understanding of both the man and the era he inhabited. The book argues for Lawson's pivotal role in shaping Australian literary identity, making it essential reading for enthusiasts of Australian literature and history.

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Description

Author: Manning Clark
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan, 1978

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor sun fading to dust jacket and slight chips on spine, no tears.

Manning Clark's "In Search of Henry Lawson" is a compelling biographical work that meticulously chronicles the life and literary contributions of one of Australia's most iconic writers, Henry Lawson. This scholarly text presents a nuanced portrait of Lawson, detailing his struggles, triumphs, and the profound impact of his environment on his evocative short stories and poems. Clark, a renowned historian, illuminates the complexities of Lawson's character and the enduring legacy of his bush poetry and prose, offering readers a deep understanding of both the man and the era he inhabited. The book argues for Lawson's pivotal role in shaping Australian literary identity, making it essential reading for enthusiasts of Australian literature and history.