Publisher's Synopsis
""Children of the Bush"" is a book written by Henry Lawson, an Australian writer and poet. The book is a collection of short stories that depict the harsh and rugged life of the Australian bush in the late 19th century. The stories revolve around the lives of the people who lived in the bush, including farmers, drovers, shearers, and swagmen. The stories in the book are written in a simple and straightforward manner, capturing the essence of the Australian bush and its people. The characters in the stories are portrayed as tough, resilient, and resourceful, facing the challenges of life in the bush with courage and determination. The book also highlights the social and economic issues of the time, such as poverty, unemployment, and the struggle for survival. It portrays the harsh realities of life in the bush, including droughts, floods, and bushfires. Overall, ""Children of the Bush"" is a powerful and moving collection of stories that provides a vivid and realistic portrayal of life in the Australian bush. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Australian literature and culture, as well as those who appreciate stories of resilience and survival in the face of adversity.The land I love above all others--not because it was kind to me, but because I was born on Australian soil, and because of the foreign father who died at his work in the ranks of Australian pioneers, and because of many things. Australia! My country! Her very name is music to me. God bless Australia! for the sake of the great hearts of the heart of her! God keep her clear of the old-world shams and social lies and mockery, and callous commercialism, and sordid shame! And heaven send that, if ever in my time her sons are called upon to fight for her young life and honour, I die with the first rank of them and be buried in Australian ground.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.
