Henry Lawson
Verses popular and humorous
"Verses popular and humorous by Henry Lawson" is a poetry collection published in 1900. This second volume from the Australian poet features 66 poems exploring the harsh realities of colonial life, from swagmen to laborers. Lawson's work captures the "seamy side" of Australian existence with rhythmic power, cynical humor, and fierce social commentary. His verses champion the common people, exposing class divisions and the struggles of those who toil beneath society's surface, establishing him as a distinctly Australian voice.