Half Crown Bob and Tales of the Riverine (eBook)

Price Warung (Autor)

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2022
163 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654732224-5 (EAN)

Infos

In "Half Crown Bob and Tales of the Riverine," Price Warung crafts a rich tapestry of Australian life through the lens of the late 19th century. Through vibrant narratives steeped in local color, Warung's stories evoke the rugged beauty of the Australian landscape while exploring themes of community, resilience, and the complexities of human nature. His prose is both lyrical and pragmatic, reflecting a profound understanding of his characters' struggles and triumphs. Warung's work resonates with the tradition of Australian realism, inviting readers to immerse themselves in a world that balances the eccentricities of individual lives against the backdrop of the vast riverine environment. Price Warung, an Australian author and journalist, was deeply influenced by his own experiences navigating the intricate social fabric of his native land. Grounded in the reality of rural life, Warung's passion for storytelling was shaped by his encounters with ordinary people, folklore, and the natural world. His dedication to portraying authentic Australian culture is evident in his ability to weave local dialects, historical references, and humor throughout his tales. This collection is essential for readers seeking to understand the cultural and historical tapestry of Australia. Warung's vivid storytelling and keen observations make "Half Crown Bob and Tales of the Riverine" not merely a window into a bygone era but an exploration of timeless human experiences that will resonate with contemporary audiences.

Autor

Price Warung, the pen name of William Astley (1855–1911), was a pioneering Australian writer celebrated for his vivid portrayal of colonial life and history. Regarded by literary scholars as an important figure in Australian literature, Astley adopted the pseudonym 'Price Warung' to pen a series of tales that were immensely popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His work often featured the rough and tumble of frontier existence and the colorful characters who inhabited the Australian bush and burgeoning townships. One of his well-known collections, 'Half Crown Bob and Tales of the Riverine' (1895), exemplifies his narrative prowess and is cherished for its authentic representations of Australian dialects and landscapes. Warung's literary style frequently incorporated elements of realism and naturalism, reflecting the hardships and resilience of the Australian people during periods of societal establishment and legal formative years. His anthology of Australian stories gained him a reputation as a critical observer and an engaging storyteller, forever etching his name into the tapestry of Australia's cultural heritage. Through intricate detailing and a deep understanding of human nature, Warung's prose continues to captivate scholars and enthusiasts of historical fiction and Australian lore.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 19th century adventures • 19th century fiction • antipodean authors • australian author • Australian classics • Australian colonial literature • Australian frontier • australian outback stories • authentic dialogue style • Bush realism • Character-driven stories • Classic • classic short stories • colonial historical fiction • colonial narratives • cultural heritage • Cultural landscape exploration • Great Southern Land • Historical • historical fiction • Immersive storytelling experience • literary anthology • literary fiction • Price Warung • Price Warung books • public domain classics • Riverine lifestyle • riverine life tales • riverine stories • rural hardship themes • Socio-historical themes • vivid character narratives