The Shanty on the Rise
The story revolves around a group of Australian bushmen who are struggling to make a living during the economic downturn. The protagonist, a young man, becomes embroiled in a conflict between his family and their neighbors over land rights. As tensions escalate, he must navigate the complexities of rural life and confront the harsh realities of poverty and isolation.
By Henry Lawson · First published 1907 · Genre: Poetry, Bush Ballad, Historical Fiction · 789 words
First lines
When the caravans of wool-teams climbed the ranges from the West, On a spur among the mountains stood 'The Bullock-drivers' Rest'; It was built of bark and saplings, and was rather rough inside, But 'twas good enough for bushmen in the careless days that died -- Just a quiet little shanty kept by 'Something-in-Disguise', As the bushmen called the landlord of the Shanty on the Rise.
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The Shanty on the Rise is listed on Textopian as a poem by Henry Lawson, dated 1907 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Henry Lawson
- Date: 1907 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Bush Ballad, Historical Fiction, Social Commentary, Nostalgia
- Length: 789 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with a rhythmic and lyrical quality, characteristic of poetry.
- Bush Ballad — The narrative style and themes reflect the traditional Australian bush ballad, focusing on rural life and characters.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and context provide a historical depiction of life in the Australian bush during a bygone era.
- Social Commentary — The text offers insights into social dynamics and values of the time, contrasting city life with rural simplicity.
Tags
Australian Literature · Short Stories · Social Realism · Poverty · Working Class · Outback Life · Rural Australia · Fiction · Realistic Fiction · Literary Fiction · Regionalism · Class Conflict