Mary Grant Bruce

Broschiertes Buch

From Billabong to London

Beschreibung

"From Billabong to London" by Mary Grant Bruce is an adventurous Australian novel that follows the journey of a young protagonist from the Outback to London. As a work of fiction in Australian literature, the novel explores themes of adventure, coming-of-age, and cultural exploration. Set against the backdrop of the Australian Outback, the story begins with the protagonist's experiences on the land before embarking on a journey to London. Throughout the novel, readers witness the character's growth and development as they navigate the challenges of travel, forge new friendships, and grapple with the complexities of family dynamics. Through vivid descriptions of landscapes and cultural encounters, Bruce paints a compelling picture of the Australian wilderness and the bustling streets of London. The novel captures the essence of youth fiction, offering an engaging narrative that resonates with readers of all ages. "From Billabong to London" is a captivating literary adventure that transports readers across continents, offering a glimpse into the transformative power of travel and the bonds of friendship and family.

Autor

Mary Grant Bruce was an Australian author and reporter for children who was born on May 24, 1878, and died on July 2, 1958. She was also known as Minnie Bruce. All of her thirty-seven books were big hits in Australia and other countries, especially the UK. But the Billabong series, which followed the Linton family's adventures on Billabong Station in Victoria and in England and Ireland during World War I, made her famous. People thought that her writing had a big impact on how Australians thought about their national character, especially when it came to ideas of the Bush. It was full of fierce patriotism, vivid descriptions of the beauty and dangers of Australia's scenery, and funny, slang-filled conversations that praised the craft of yarning. Bruce saw Bruce's books as important because they fought for what he saw as the most Australian Bush values: independence, hard physical work (for men, women, and children), friendship, the ANZAC spirit, and Bush hospitality, against more indulgent, self-centered, or stiff British and urban values. In her books, she both praised and lamented the way Europeans slowly settled, cleared, and developed Australia's wildness.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 206
• Erscheinungstermin: 3. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 266g
• ISBN-13: 9789362200822
• ISBN-10: 9362200821
• Artikelnr.: 70387744