In The Days When The World Was Wide - Lawson, Henry
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In The Days When The World Was Wide is a collection of short stories written by Henry Lawson, a famous Australian writer. The book is set in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and depicts the harsh realities of life in the Australian outback during that time. The stories are written in a simple yet powerful style and are full of vivid descriptions of the landscape and the people who inhabit it. The characters in the book are mostly working-class people, struggling to make a living in a harsh and unforgiving environment. Many of the stories deal with themes of loneliness, isolation, and the…mehr

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In The Days When The World Was Wide is a collection of short stories written by Henry Lawson, a famous Australian writer. The book is set in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and depicts the harsh realities of life in the Australian outback during that time. The stories are written in a simple yet powerful style and are full of vivid descriptions of the landscape and the people who inhabit it. The characters in the book are mostly working-class people, struggling to make a living in a harsh and unforgiving environment. Many of the stories deal with themes of loneliness, isolation, and the struggle to find meaning in a difficult and often cruel world. Despite the bleakness of many of the stories, there is also a sense of resilience and hope that runs throughout the book. Overall, In The Days When The World Was Wide is a compelling and evocative portrait of life in the Australian outback, and a testament to the enduring power of Henry Lawson's writing.The night too quickly passes And we are growing old, So let us fill our glasses And toast the Days of Gold; When finds of wondrous treasure Set all the South ablaze.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Henry Lawson (1867-1922) is one of Australia's most renowned writers and poets, celebrated for his vivid and realistic portrayal of Australian rural life. Born on June 17, 1867, in a tent on the goldfields of Grenfell, New South Wales, Lawson grew up in a challenging environment marked by poverty and the hardships of bush life. Some of his most famous works include the short story collections While the Billy Boils (1896) portrays the struggles and resilience of a woman living in the remote Australian bush while her husband is away droving, Joe Wilson and His Mates (1901), as well as iconic poems like The Drover's Wife and The Loaded Dog. Lawson's writing style is noted for its simplicity, directness, and emotional depth, capturing the essence of the Australian spirit and identity. These works collectively highlight Lawson's ability to capture the essence of Australian life, particularly in the rural and outback settings. His stories and poems remain significant for their realistic portrayals, emotional depth, and enduring relevance. Despite his literary success, Lawson's personal life was marked by struggles with alcoholism, financial difficulties, and periods of depression. He spent time in and out of institutions and faced ongoing challenges throughout his life, but his legacy endures as a foundational figure in Australian literature.