The Story of "Gentleman once"
The story revolves around a man who has been wronged by society and seeks revenge through his actions. He is a complex character with a mix of emotions, driven by a desire for justice and retribution. The narrative explores themes of morality, class struggle, and the consequences of one's actions.
By Henry Lawson · First published 1902 · Genre: Australian Literature, Short Story, Realism · 7,102 words
First lines
They learn the world from black-sheep, Who know it all too well. -_Out Back_.
Peter M'Laughlan, bush missionary, Joe Wilson and his mate, Jack Barnes, shearers for the present, and a casual swagman named Jack Mitchell, were camped at Cox's Crossing in a bend of Eurunderee Creek.
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The Story of "Gentleman once" is listed on Textopian as a short story by Henry Lawson, dated 1902 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Henry Lawson
- Date: 1902 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Australian Literature, Short Story, Realism, Social Commentary, Drama
- Length: 7,102 words
- Structure: 1 section, 149 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Australian Literature — The story is set in the Australian bush and reflects the culture, landscape, and social issues of Australia during the time period.
- Short Story — The narrative is concise and focuses on a specific event and group of characters, typical of the short story format.
- Realism — The story presents a realistic portrayal of life in the Australian bush, with detailed descriptions and authentic dialogue.
- Social Commentary — The narrative explores themes of alcoholism, redemption, and social class, providing insight into societal issues.
Tags
Australian Literature · Short Stories · Realism · Social Commentary · Class Conflict · Poverty · Working Class · Outback Life · Rural Australia · Fictionalized Autobiography · Coming of Age · Male Protagonist