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The Rabbits
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A rich and haunting allegory for all ages, all cultures.
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'The rabbits came many grandparents ago. They built houses, made roads, had children. They cut down trees. A whole continent of rabbits...' THE RABBITS offers a rich and immensely valuable perspective on the effect of man on his environment. Visually loaded and told with a passion for truth and understanding, THE RABBITS aims to promote cultural awareness and a sense of caring for the natural world.
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The Rabbits by John Marsden has been praised for its striking illustrations and profound storytelling. Reviewers commend its ability to convey complex themes of colonisation and environmental impact through a seemingly simple narrative. The book's powerful imagery and emotional depth make it a thought-provoking read for both children and adults, highlighting the consequences of human actions on the natural world.
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ISBN: 9780734410788
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 May 2008
Country: Australia
Imprint: Lothian Children's Books
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Shaun Tan
- Illustrated by Shaun Tan
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 242.0mm
Height: 314.0mm
Weight: 460g
Pages: 32
About the Author
John Marsden is one of the most popular writers of young adult fiction. His books have sold more than three million copies worldwide and he has won or been shortlisted for every major award for children's and young adult literature in Australia, including CBCA Children's Book of the Year and Picture Book of the Year, the National Book Award and numerous others. After more than thirty books he is arguably one of the best known and most respected novelists for young adults. He lives near Melbourne, where he is Principal of Candlebark School. Shaun Tan grew up in the northern suburbs of Perth, Western Australia. He graduated from the University of WA in 1995 with joint honours in Fine Arts and English Literature, and currently works full time as a freelance artist and author. He lives in Melbourne with his partner Inari Kiuru and a small yellow parrot. Shaun began drawing and painting images for science fiction and horror stories in small-press magazines as a teenager, and has since become best known for illustrated books that deal with social, political and historical subjects through surreal, dream-like imagery.
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