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The Schoolmaster's Daughter

By Jackie French
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The Schoolmaster's Daughter by Jackie French is a gripping historical novel set during the early days of the colony in Australia. The story follows Hannah, a schoolmaster's daughter, as she navigates life amidst the challenges and mysteries of the new colony. Through her resourcefulness and determination, Hannah's journey highlights themes of resilience and adaptability in a landscape full of both promise and peril.
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You might find this delightful tale captivating if you enjoy stories set during the tumultuous times of early Australian history, where bravery, loyalty, and the bonds of friendship are tested. It will appeal to those who love historical adventures and tales of resilience and courage, seamlessly woven with authentic historical elements and vivid character portrayals.

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Drawing on her own family history, this is a story from Jackie French about education in Colonial Australia - and how women once had to fight for their right to it.

January 1901

Sharks circle a stranded ship as a young girl and her family stagger from the waves ...

Rescued by a Pacific Islander boy named Jamie, Hannah's family begin a new life in Port Harris, which at first seems a paradise for the schoolmaster's daughter. But local fortunes are built on slavery and the whip.

As the new Federal Parliament passes the law that will force Pacific Islanders from their homes, Hannah and her mother risk everything to run a secret school, while Hannah and Jamie must fight for their rights to education and equality. Can friendship and love win against prejudice and power?

Inspired by real events, this powerful new novel brings to life the bravery and battles of the past, and gives us courage for the challenges of today.



AWARDS

Longlisted - Book Links Children's Historical Fiction Award

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781460757710

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 May 2020

Country: Australia

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 384

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jackie French Young Adult

About the Author

Jackie French AM is an award-winning writer, wombat negotiator, the 2014–2015 Australian Children's Laureate and the 2015 Senior Australian of the Year. In 2016, Jackie became a Member of the Order of Australia for her contribution to children's literature and her advocacy for youth literacy. She is regarded as one of Australia's most popular children's authors and writes across all genres — from picture books, history, fantasy, ecology and sci-fi, to her much-loved historical fiction for a variety of age groups. 'A book can change a child's life. A book can change the world' was the primary philosophy behind Jackie's two-year term as Laureate. jackiefrench.com facebook.com/authorjackiefrench

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