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Wolf on the Fold

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Wolf on the Fold by Judith Clarke explores the lives of two siblings in Australia after the death of their father, painting a vivid picture of how their family copes with grief and financial hardship. Set in the 1950s, this young adult novel follows their journey as they navigate life's challenges and the bonds of family. It's a beautifully woven tale that captures resilience and hope amidst adversity, offering both historical context and emotional depth.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by stories of intergenerational connections and the impact of historical events on family dynamics. This young adult novel weaves together tales of resilience and courage, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate character-driven narratives that span different time periods.

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Winner of the 2001 CBC Book of the Year Award and the 2001 Steele Rudd Australian Short Story Award, these beautifully crafted stories span seventy years and explore crucial moments in the growing up of a family.

Winner: 2001 Arts Queensland Steele Rudd Australian Short Story Award.Winner: 2001 CBC Book of the Year: Older Readers

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In 1935, Kenny is fourteen. It's the Great Depression and he's off to find work. If he doesn't find a job, they might split up the family and send his sister away.

In 1959, Kenny's daughter Frances is seven. She stays awake at night praying to keep everyone she knows safe.

And then in 1991, she's living in Jerusalem, on her own, with a Jewish child, in the middle of the Gulf War.

In 1975, Kanti and Raj live in the same street as Kenny's family. Raj is always fighting. Their neighbours say that it's the curry he eats that heats his blood. But they don't know anything. They don't know about where Kanti and Raj came from, why they are living above a milk bar when they used to have a big house with a verandah, or about the little sister who used to wear red ribbons in her hair.

Life is never what you expect, and nor is this collection of sensitive stories about generation gaps, persecution, and new beginnings.

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Wolf on the Fold by Judith Clarke is praised for its tender and moving narrative that captures the essence of its characters, highlighting their experiences of terror, joy, and epiphany. Publishers Weekly appreciates Clarke's understanding and quiet wisdom, while Kirkus Reviews commends the emotionally intense stories that delve into themes of family, friendship, and intolerance with well-crafted vignettes and convincing dialogue.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781865087962

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 January 2002

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 168g

Pages: 180

About the Author

Judith Clarke was born in Sydney and educated at the University of New South Wales and the Australian National University in Canberra. She has worked as a teacher and librarian and in adult education in Victoria and NSW. She now lives in Melbourne with her husband and has one grown-up son. Judith's novels include the award-winning Friend of My Heart and Night Train and the popular Al Capsella series. Her books have been published in the US and Europe to high acclaim.

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