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In the Days When the World Was Wide and Other Verses - cover

In the Days When the World Was Wide and Other Verses

Henry Lawson

Publisher: Good Press

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"In the Days When the World Was Wide, and Other Verses" is a collection of poems by Henry Lawson, first published in 1896. Lawson's poetry is noted for its colloquial language, vivid imagery, and sympathetic portrayal of working-class Australians. This work remains a classic of Australian literature and a powerful reflection on the country's national identity.
Available since: 11/26/2019.
Print length: 160 pages.

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