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Shortlisted for the Speech Pathology Book of the Year Awards 2021: 8 to 10 Years
Age range 9 to 14
Aussie STEM Stars: Fiona Wood is a compelling read about Fiona Wood, a plastic surgeon whose expertise in burns treatment gained worldwide recognition following the 2002 Bali bombings.
This story reflects her journey from defending the weak and repairing the broken to seizing her opportunity to study medicine. Fiona Wood's life illustrates the importance of dreams, hard work, and having the courage to do what is right.
'She revolutionised treatment and outcomes for burns patients around the world and she continues to work tirelessly in this area, striving for a better future. I think everyone she meets comes away affected and uplifted by her spirit, stamina, generosity, and courage. It was an extraordinary honour to work with Fiona to tell her story.' - Cristy Burne
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Book Details
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ISBN: 9781925893281
Publisher: Wild Dingo Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 September 2020
Country: Australia
Imprint: Wild Dingo Press
Illustration: Illustrations
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 168
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