1900 Verses by Henry Lawson 1st Edition Antique Australian Literature Book

1900 Verses by Henry Lawson 1st Edition Antique Australian Literature Book Verses Popular And Humorous By Henry Lawson Published by Angus And Robertson: Sydney 1900 1st Edition In Original Cloth Bindings - Presents Beautifully "Verses Popular And Humorous is one of the classic collections by Henry Lawson, the writer whose vivid portrayals of bush life and ordinary Australians secured his place among the nation's greatest literary figures. Published in 1900 by Angus & Robertson, the volume gathers together many of Lawson's best-loved comic and light-hearted poems, balancing humour with the keen observation and humanity that characterise his work. Written in the years when Australian literature was coming into its own, these verses capture the language, characters and spirit of the colonies with remarkable authenticity and affection. Unlike the more sombre themes found in some of Lawson's earlier writings, this collection celebrates the eccentricities and camaraderie of bushmen, shearers, swagmen and city folk through witty ballads and entertaining sketches in verse. Lawson's gift for storytelling, combined with his ear for colloquial speech and his sympathy for ordinary people, helped establish a distinctly Australian voice in literature. Enhanced by illustrations by Frank P. Mahony, the work remains one of the most appealing and enduring examples of Australian humorous verse from the Federation era. Published in Sydney by Angus & Robertson in 1900, this first edition is presented in its original cloth bindings and remains an especially attractive example. The title-page illustration and frontispiece by Frank P. Mahony add further charm to the volume, while its handsome presentation reflects the high standards of Australia's leading publisher of the period. Beautifully preserved and increasingly difficult to locate in such appealing condition, Verses Popular And Humorous is a highly desirable addition to collections of Henry Lawson, Australian literature and Federation-era publishing." Light wear to covers. Bookplate present. Pages clean and binding solid with no loose pages. Frontis present but wobbly. Complete in 244 pages + publishers advertising, this is an excellent copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition. Size 19cm x 13cm x 3cm - 244 Pages + Publishers Advertising