Henry Lawson

Joe Wilson and His Mates (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: libreka classics
• Seitenzahl: 287
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. März 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783742909848
• Artikelnr.: 55705668

Autorenporträt

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.