Mount Bukaroo by Henry Lawson (1892)
The story revolves around a young man who returns to his rural home after years away and becomes embroiled in the lives of the local people. He forms a close bond with an elderly woman who teaches him about the harsh realities of life on the land. Through their interactions, he gains a deeper understanding of the community's struggles and traditions.
By Henry Lawson · First published 1892 · Genre: Poetry, Pastoral, Nostalgia · 367 words
First lines
Only one old post is standing -- Solid yet, but only one -- Where the milking, and the branding, And the slaughtering were done. Later years have brought dejection, Care, and sorrow; but we knew Happy days on that selection Underneath old Bukaroo.
Then the light of day commencing Found us at the gully's head, Splitting timber for the fencing, Stripping bark to roof the shed. Hands and hearts the labour strengthened; Weariness we never knew, Even when the shadows lengthened Round the base of Bukaroo.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Henry Lawson
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Pastoral, Nostalgia, Family, Tragedy
- Length: 367 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Pastoral — The themes focus on rural life, nature, and the connection to the land, typical of pastoral literature.
- Nostalgia — The narrative reflects on past experiences and memories, evoking a sense of longing for the past.
- Family — The text emphasizes family life and relationships, highlighting interactions and shared experiences.
Tags
Australian Literature · Short Story Collection · Outback Fiction · Rural Life · Poverty · Social Commentary · Realism · Regionalism · Folklore · Humor · Satire · Critique of Society