1. A Double Buggy at Lahey’s creek
Henry Lawson

2. Summary Part of a short story series.
Main characters: Joe Wilson, Mary Wilson, James Black and Jim Wilson.
Wife Mary wants a double buggy however Joe shows reluctance.
Following a series of fortunate events, Joe acquires the buggy for a good deal.
This act stabilises their marriage.
A Double Buggy

3. Concerns Family sacrifice. Typical Australian man Luck and Success
Family Relationships
Isolation

4. Views & Values Class Division Buggy is a sign of wealth
Buggy would allow greater freedom.
Role of women in society
Mary Wilson

5. Lawson’s Representation
Lawson’s mother was an avid feminist.
Strong female characters in the text.
1901 was a time of racial discrimination in Australia.
Several references to the “black boy” who worked for the family.
Lawson’s home situation was similar to that of the Wilson family.
Lawson came from a working class family.
Lawson’s work was important for establishing Australia’s reputation as an independent nation.
Henry Lawson
Louisa Lawson

6. Literary Features Colloquial language Similes and comparisons
Alliteration
Imagery
Reflects the harsh rural Australian lifestyle of the time.

7. Comparison
The Bath

8. Image