Verses popular and humorous by Henry Lawson
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| Author | Lawson, Henry, 1867-1922 |
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| Title | Verses popular and humorous |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Verses Popular and Humorous" by Henry Lawson is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This compilation features a range of engaging and humorous verses that reflect the everyday life, struggles, and experiences of Australians during that era. Lawson's poetic exploration centers around themes of camaraderie, bush life, and the humorous trials and tribulations faced by the common man. The opening portion of the work includes a preface where Lawson acknowledges the newspapers that first published many of his verses. A diverse selection of poems follows, including titles like "The Ports of the Open Sea," "The Three Kings," and "Sydney-Side," which are indicative of both the humor and sentimentality in his writing. The poet sets the stage for a journey through various landscapes and emotions, from the adventurous spirit of rovers to nostalgic recollections of home, suggesting that the collection will entertain and resonate deeply with readers familiar with the nuances of life in Australia. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Australian poetry |
| Subject | Humorous poetry, Australian |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52066 |
| Release Date | May 14, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 79 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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