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Meet... Weary Dunlop

By Claire Saxby
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Meet... Weary Dunlop by Claire Saxby is a children's book exploring the life of one of Australia's most cherished war heroes, Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop. This engaging story introduces young readers to Dunlop's remarkable journey, from his beginnings as a curious young boy to his renowned role as a compassionate surgeon during World War II, highlighting his enduring spirit and bravery.
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This book may appeal to you if you have an interest in historical figures and tales of bravery and resilience. It introduces young readers to an inspiring story about an Australian hero known for his compassion and leadership during challenging times. Through engaging illustrations and narratives, this book brings history to life for children, encouraging empathy and courage.

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Meet... Weary Dunlop

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A picture book series about the extraordinary men and women who have shaped Australia's history, including World War II hero Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop.

Meet... Weary Dunlop tells the story of Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop, an Australian Army surgeon during World War II. This is the story of how Weary's bravery and compassion helped to save the lives and bolster the spirits of fellow prisoners of war on the Thai-Burma Railway.

From Ned Kelly to Saint Mary MacKillop, Captain Cook to Banjo Paterson, the Meet series of picture books tells the exciting stories of the men and women who have shaped Australia's history.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780857985873

Publisher: Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 January 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Random House Australia Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jeremy Lord

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 218.0mm

Height: 282.0mm

Weight: 186g

Pages: 36

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Claire Saxby Education & Reference Penguin Books Science & Nature

About the Author

Claire Saxby (Author) Claire Saxby writes fiction, non-fiction and poetry for children. She has nearly forty books in print with more in production. Her poetry appears in magazines, anthologies, on train walls and in museum resources. Claire has been writing for children for about 15 years. Before that, she was a podiatrist, and worked in community health. She has been inspired by her own children, memories of childhood and by the children around her. Claire lives in Melbourne with her husband, three very tall sons and a dog that often pretends to be a cat.

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