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Henry Archibald Hertzberg Lawson (17 June 1867 – 2 September 1922) [1] was an Australian writer and bush poet. Along with his contemporary Banjo Paterson, Lawson is among the best-known Australian poets and fiction writers of the colonial period and is often called Australia's "greatest short story writer". [2]
Jun 13, 2024 · Henry Lawson (born June 17, 1867, near Grenfell, New South Wales, Australia—died September 2, 1922, Abbotsford, New South Wales) was an Australian writer of short stories and ballad-like verse noted for his realistic portrayals of bush life.
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Henry Lawson (1867-1922), short story writer and balladist, was born on 17 June 1867 at Grenfell, New South Wales, eldest of four surviving children of Niels Hertzberg (Peter) Larsen, Norwegian-born miner, and his wife Louisa, née Albury.
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Learn about the life and works of Henry Lawson, one of Australia's most influential poets and writers. Explore his early years, his travels, his struggles, his achievements and his legacy.
How the deaf, drunk and promising writer Henry Lawson was sent to Bourke in 1892 to discover 'the real Australia' and how his experiences shaped his poetry. Learn about his bleak and humorous portrayal of the outback, his influence on a new generation and his poet's trek.
Learn about the life and works of Henry Lawson, the voice of ordinary Australians who wrote of the bush, the city, the republic and more. Explore his biography, poems, stories and photos from the State Library of NSW collection.
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Henry Lawson was an Australian writer recognized for his honest and realistic depictions of Australian life, particularly in rural areas. His work captured the hardships, resilience, and spirit of Australians living on the fringes of society, struggling against drought, poverty, and isolation.
