Selected Stories

Rogues, larrikins and the lost people -- these stories range from inspired, laconic comedies to pathos and tragedy. This selection showcases Lawson′s range as a fiction writer and includes all his best-loved stories such as ′The Drover′s Wife′, ′The Union Buries its Dead′ and ′The Loaded Dog′. These are tales that affirm Henry Lawson′s reputation as one of the world′s greatest short story writers and highlight his profound influence on how Australians see themselves.