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Tomboy the Headstrong Horse

By Susan Brocker
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Tomboy the Headstrong Horse recounts the real-life 1866 journey of Caroline and Nicolas Chevalier, who crossed New Zealand’s rugged Southern Alps on horseback, accompanied by the spirited and wilful horse, Tomboy. While Nicolas documented their travels in his art, Caroline kept a journal. The story follows... Read More
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Tomboy the Headstrong Horse recounts the real-life 1866 journey of Caroline and Nicolas Chevalier, who crossed New Zealand’s rugged Southern Alps on horseback, accompanied by the spirited and wilful horse, Tomboy.

While Nicolas documented their travels in his art, Caroline kept a journal. The story follows Caroline as she navigates treacherous rivers, dense forests, and muddy trails, forming an unbreakable bond with her headstrong horse.

Along the way, readers witness the challenges of life in untamed wilderness amidst breath-taking landscapes, hear of Maori legends, and celebrate Caroline’s determination and Tomboy’s bravery.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781775438304

Publisher: Scholastic New Zealand Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2025

Country: New Zealand

Imprint: Scholastic New Zealand

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Raymond McGrath

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 265.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Historical Fiction Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Historical Fiction New Zealand and Australia Published New Zealand Children's Books New Zealand Published Susan Brocker Young Adult

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