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The Elephant by Peter Carnavas is a tender story about a young girl named Olive who imagines a large grey elephant hovering over her father, symbolising his sadness after the loss of Olive's mother. Determined to see her father smile again, Olive embarks on a journey to chase away the metaphorical elephant. The story blends heart-warming themes of family, hope, and healing in a way that resonates with both children and adults alike.
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You might enjoy this charming and heartfelt tale if you have a special place in your heart for stories about family, overcoming loss, and the power of imagination. With its delightful blend of humour and hope, this book captures the poignant journey of a young girl's emotional adventures as she seeks to uplift her family. Perfect for children and adults alike, it inspires a sense of wonder and comfort.

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"An elephant?" Arthur gasped. "In your house? But...is it real?"

Olive leaned a little closer and lowered her voice. "Well, that's the thing..."

Olive's father has a sadness so big that she imagines it as a large grey elephant following him around. With the help of her cheery grandfather and her best friend, Arthur, Olive sets out to chase away her father's elephant.

Beautifully written, this novel from acclaimed author and illustrator Peter Carnavas will stay with you long after you finish.

The Elephant is a heartwarming story that explores themes of family, friendship, and the healing power of love and imagination.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780702259616

Publisher: University of Queensland Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 July 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: University of Queensland Press

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 158g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Peter Carnavas grew up in Brisbane and on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. He became a primary school teacher and it was during this time that he began to immerse himself in picture books. His first book, Jessica's Box, was shortlisted for the 2008 Queensland Premier's Literary Award and the 2009 CBCA Crichton Award for Emerging Illustrators. He has since written and illustrated many picture books, which have been translated into German, Italian, Portuguese and Dutch. Peter lives on the Sunshine Coast with his wife, two daughters and a scruffy dog that occasionally escapes. www.petercarnavas.com

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