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