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A Quiet Girl

By Peter Carnavas
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In A Quiet Girl by Peter Carnavas, the story follows Mary, a little girl who loves the quiet and finds beauty in the world around her. Her family, however, is always bustling and noisy. Through her gentle ways, Mary shows her loved ones the joy of small, quiet moments in life, highlighting the beauty of listening and observing.
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You might enjoy this children's book if you appreciate heartwarming stories that celebrate quietness and the beauty of nature. With charming illustrations and a gentle narrative, it may resonate with those who value introspection, listening, and finding peace in the world around them.

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A Quiet Girl

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From award-winning author/illustrator Peter Carnavas comes a delightful new picture book that celebrates the beauty of the world around us.

A Quiet Girl tells the story of Mary, a quiet girl whose family makes so much noise they hardly notice her—or anything else. However, Mary, in her own gentle way, shows them what they've been missing.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780702260025

Publisher: University of Queensland Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 April 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: University of Queensland Press

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 235.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 374g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Peter Carnavas

About the Author

Peter Carnavas writes and illustrates books for children. His books have been published widely across the world and have won many awards, including a Queensland Literary Award and the Patricia Wrightson Prize for Children's Literature at the NSW Premier's Literary Awards. Peter lives on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, with his wife, two daughters, a dog and a cat. www.petercarnavas.com

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