Lit302

“In his stories, Henry Lawson is able to capture a whole world of feeling, a whole attitude to life, and a whole vision of a nation, in an amazingly concentrated space. His characters are at once utterly local yet at the same time, and because of this, truly universal.”

Test the truth of this statement by exploring in detail two or three of the short stories read this semeseter.

Consider validity/limitations of above statement
Consider any issues that may arise from the statement

They aren’t universal. Not truly. They are Australian.

2-3 stories

Explore in detail:
Theme
Imagery
Tone
Character (etc)

Close reading of text

Identify and describe the relationship between various texts and their social, historical and literary contexts

Estimate the influence and expression of religious or other beliefs in a culture shaped by competing loyalties and priorities

Describe, discuss and evaluate the nature and meaning of the Australian experience, as seen through the eyes of Lawson

Research, read critically and write analyses of literary works at an advanced level

Write clear, well-structured and logical essays which comply with the strict conventions of academic writing

Henry Lawson, himself, the man, the mystery, the legend. Introduce stories, introduce focus point – his effect on aussie nation. The spirituality of Lawson.

First story – close reading

Start with big ideas

Get narrow

Second story – close reading

Start with big ideas

Get narrow

Draw together, make prophetic nuances.

Conclusion