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Tussock

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Tussock by Elizabeth Pulford is a children's book about the adventures of a young boy named Josh as he unravels the mysteries surrounding the ghostly happenings in a small rural town. When he stumbles upon an old, intriguing letter, Josh finds himself on a quest that involves friendship, courage, and a journey into the unknown, capturing the vivid imagination of young readers.
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You might enjoy this story if you're looking for an imaginative journey filled with adventure and friendship, capturing the wonder and curiosity of childhood. With its creative narrative, it's perfect for young readers who love exploring new worlds and encountering diverse characters along the way.

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Tussock

When Kate and Madeline's father goes missing on a routine local flight, family life is thrown into chaos. Kate lights a lamp every night in the window of the old tin hut on the hill in the hope that it will help her father find his way home. But it is the appearance of the troubled Troy that brings comfort to Kate in the most unexpected way.

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When Kate and Madeline's father goes missing on a routine local flight, family life is thrown into chaos. While the close rural community helps the family deal with their grief, Kate lights a lamp every night in the window of the old tin hut on the hill in the hope that it will help her father find his way home. Madeline invests her hope in building a replica of the fabled stone man. But it is the appearance of the troubled Troy that brings comfort to Kate in the most unexpected way. To Kate, Troy seems nearly as lost as her father, and the mystery surrounding him and also the stone man leads Kate into dangerous territory.

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Tussock by Elizabeth Pulford is described as an exciting and tense mystery that captivates readers with its dramatic ending.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921529450

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Walker Books Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 184g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Elizabeth Pulford was born in Hamilton, Canada, but was brought up in New Zealand from the age of two. She began writing in her early 40s. Since then her publications have included articles, poetry, short stories in newspapers, magazines and on the radio. Many of her adult short stories have won national competitions. Her children’s books range from early readers through to YA novels; two of which have been finalists for the New Zealand Post Awards. Elizabeth has always loved books. In fact some of her best friends are books and she couldn’t imagine life without them. She is a believer that the world is full of enchantment and that there is magic all around if only we care to look.
For more information about the author, please visit her website: http://www.elizabethpulford.co.nz/

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