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Grade 8 Up–Through rich, vivid poetry, Harry Hodby brings readers into his remote Australian town. He documents the mundane and unique qualities of daily life and the quirkiness of the townspeople, and gives a lively sense of locale. Three-dimensional characters come alive as Harry offers his... read more
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First Sentence edit
My dad wore a blue singlet, khaki shorts, and Army socks rolled down over steel-capped boots.
Series & Lists edit
This is book 988 of 986 in 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up. (authoritative list)
Preceded by The Running Man:, and followed by Una Barco Nel Bosco.
Authors & Contributors edit
- Steven Herrick (Author)
Awards edit
- Children's Book Council of Australia (2005: Honour Book of the Year: Older Readers)
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