The Romance of the Swag (eBook)

Henry Lawson (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
115 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633809039-3 (EAN)

Infos

In 'The Romance of the Swag' by Henry Lawson, readers are immersed in the harsh yet alluring Australian bush through a collection of short stories and poems. Lawson's simple yet evocative literary style captures the struggles of bush life, the loneliness of the outback, and the rugged characters that inhabit this unforgiving landscape. Set in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the stories provide a vivid portrayal of a bygone era in Australian literature, highlighting themes of resilience, mateship, and the harsh realities of colonial life. Lawson's depiction of the Australian landscape and its impact on the human spirit sets him apart as a quintessential Australian writer of his time. It is clear that Lawson's personal experiences growing up in the bush and his deep connection to the land influenced the themes and characters explored in 'The Romance of the Swag.' Readers interested in Australian literature, the bush tradition, or historical fiction will find this collection both captivating and enlightening, as it offers a window into a uniquely Australian way of life.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.11.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Schlagworte: Australia • Australiana History • Australian Literature • australian outback • Bush life • character portraits • Classic • Cultural Identity • henry lawson • Pastoral Era • Realism Literature • Social customs • social life and customs