Ships That Won't Go Down

Ships that Won't Go Down

by Henry Lawson

'Ships that Won't Go Down' is an anthology of short stories by renowned Australian writer Henry Lawson. Set against the backdrop of the Australian outback, goldfields, and coastal communities, these stories explore the complex lives and struggles of ordinary people during the colonial period. Through vivid characters and compelling narratives, Lawson depicts the hardships, resilience, and triumphs of those navigating the challenges of the Australian frontier.

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Henry Lawson

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Henry Archibald Hertzberg Lawson was an Australian writer and bush poet. Along with his contemporary Banjo Paterson, Lawson is among the best-known Australian poets and fiction writers of the colonial...

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