The World Of Henry Lawson

The World Of Henry Lawson

$40.00 AUD

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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: Henry Lawson
Binding: Paperback
Published: Summit Books., 1978

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Tanning and foxing to page edges, minor staining to FEP, some bumping to edges.

The collection The World Of Henry Lawson presents a vivid panorama of late 19th and early 20th-century Australia through the eyes of one of its most iconic literary figures. This compilation chronicles the lives of ordinary Australians, from the harsh realities of the bush to the burgeoning urban centers, illustrating their resilience, humor, and struggles. Lawson's distinctive voice captures the essence of a nation finding its identity, offering poignant insights into the human condition amidst challenging landscapes. The narratives and verses within this volume paint a realistic and often melancholic picture, yet they are imbued with an undeniable spirit of endurance. It is an essential compilation for anyone seeking to understand the foundational narratives of Australian literature.

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Description

Author: Henry Lawson
Binding: Paperback
Published: Summit Books., 1978

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Tanning and foxing to page edges, minor staining to FEP, some bumping to edges.

The collection The World Of Henry Lawson presents a vivid panorama of late 19th and early 20th-century Australia through the eyes of one of its most iconic literary figures. This compilation chronicles the lives of ordinary Australians, from the harsh realities of the bush to the burgeoning urban centers, illustrating their resilience, humor, and struggles. Lawson's distinctive voice captures the essence of a nation finding its identity, offering poignant insights into the human condition amidst challenging landscapes. The narratives and verses within this volume paint a realistic and often melancholic picture, yet they are imbued with an undeniable spirit of endurance. It is an essential compilation for anyone seeking to understand the foundational narratives of Australian literature.