Here's Luck! by Henry Lawson (1910)
The story revolves around a young man who returns to his rural home after years away and finds himself struggling with the harsh realities of country life. He becomes disillusioned with the idea of living off the land and instead seeks a more comfortable existence in the city. The narrative explores themes of identity, community, and the tension between tradition and modernity.
By Henry Lawson · First published 1910 · Genre: Poetry, Satire, Social Commentary · 572 words
First lines
Old Time is tramping close to-day -- you hear his bluchers fall, A mighty change is on the way, an' God protect us all; Some dust'll fly from beery coats -- at least it's been declared. I'm glad that wimin has the votes -- but just a trifle scared.
I'm just a trifle scared -- For why? The wimin mean to rule; It makes me feel like days gone by when I was caned at school. The days of men is nearly dead -- of double moons and stars -- They'll soon put out our pipes, 'tis said, an' close the public bars.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Henry Lawson
- Date: 1910 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Satire, Social Commentary, Humor, Historical
- Length: 572 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Satire — The text uses humor and irony to critique social changes and the impact of women's suffrage on traditional male activities.
- Social Commentary — The poem reflects on societal changes, particularly the influence of women gaining the right to vote and its perceived impact on men's social habits.
- Humor — The tone is light-hearted and humorous, poking fun at the fears and resistance to change among men.
Tags
Australian Literature · Short Story Collection · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Working Class Life · Outback Setting · Rural Australia · Gold Rush Era · Mate Culture · Male Bonding · Friendship