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Rachel's War

The Story of an Australian WWI Nurse
By Mark Wilson
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Rachel's War by Mark Wilson delves into a young girl's journey during a time of conflict. It captures Rachel's experience as she navigates the complexities of war, shedding light on her courage and resilience. The story offers a heartfelt exploration of friendship and bravery amidst challenging circumstances, making it a captivating read for children.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in a gripping story that delves into the realities of war from a child's perspective. The narrative offers an engaging blend of historical context and personal growth, making it both educational and touching for young readers intrigued by history and human resilience.

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Rachel's War

An inspiring story about the bravery and sacrifices of Australian nurses in World War I, by award-winning author and illustrator Mark Wilson.

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE SPEECH PATHOLOGY AUSTRALIA BOOK OF THE YEAR FOR AGES 8-10 AWARD 2023

Growing up on a farm in country Victoria, all Rachel wants is to help people. When war comes, she travels to distant Europe and the Middle East, working tirelessly to care for wounded and sick soldiers from the battlefields of Gallipoli and the Western Front.

Inspired by the life of Rachel Pratt, a World War I Australian army nurse who was awarded the Military Medal for bravery, this is an incredible story of bravery and sacrifice.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780734420114

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 26 May 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: Lothian Books

Edition: Illustrated edition

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 268.0mm

Height: 286.0mm

Weight: 460g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Mark Wilson

About the Author

Acclaimed author/illustrator Mark Wilson's picture books include the war-themed series, MY MOTHER'S EYES: THE STORY OF A BOY SOLDIER (2009), ANGEL OF KOKODA (2010), VIETNAM DIARY (2013) and DIGGER, THE DOG WHO WENT TO WAR (2015). He has also written and illustrated MIGALOO, THE WHITE WHALE (2015), BETH: THE STORY OF A CHILD CONVICT (2016), NEVER LOSE HOPE: THE STORY OF AUSTRALIA'S FIRST SCHOOL (2018), EUREKA!: A STORY OF THE GOLDFIELDS (2019), RACHEL'S WAR: THE STORY OF AN AUSTRALIAN WWI NURSE (2020) and the art-themed books BEN & GRACIE'S ART ADVENTURE (2011) and INSIDE THE WORLD OF TOM ROBERTS (2012). His other titles include the Wilderness Society and Whitley Award-winning Extinction series I SAW NOTHING: THE EXTINCTION OF THE THYLACINE; I SAID NOTHING: THE EXTINCTION OF THE PARADISE PARROT and I DID NOTHING: THE EXTINCTION OF THE GASTRIC BROODING FROG and YELLOW-EYE (2002), which also won the Wilderness Society Award. EUREKA! A STORY OF THE GOLDFIELDS was the first children's picture book to be longlisted for the prestigious Colin Roderick Award. Mark lives in Frankston, Victoria.

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