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A Waltz for Matilda (The Matilda Saga, #1)

By Jackie French
Series: The Matilda Saga
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A Waltz for Matilda, set in early 20th century Australia, follows a young girl named Matilda as she leaves behind her city life to search for her estranged father in the bush. Through struggles and triumphs, she learns about resilience and the harsh realities faced by her family in a changing rural society. The story beautifully weaves history with the personal journey of a determined and compassionate young woman.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in historical fiction that skilfully combines adventure with heartwarming depth. Set in Australia during the early 20th century, it offers a vivid exploration of personal growth, family dynamics, and societal change. Perfect for young adult readers who appreciate a mix of history and engaging storytelling.

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A Waltz for Matilda (The Matilda Saga, #1)

Set against a backdrop of bushfire, flood, war and jubilation, this is the story of one girl's journey towards independence. It is also the story of others who had no vote and very little but their dreams. Drawing on the well-known poem by A.B. Paterson, this is the untold story behind Australia's early years as an emerging nation.

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In 1894, twelve-year-old Matilda flees the city slums to find her unknown father and his farm. But drought grips the land, and the shearers are on strike. Her father has turned swaggie and he's wanted by the troopers. In front of his terrified daughter, he makes a stand against them, defiant to the last. "You'll never catch me alive, said he..."

Set against a backdrop of bushfire, flood, war and jubilation, this is the story of one girl's journey towards independence. It is also the story of others who had no vote and very little but their dreams. Drawing on the well-known poem by A.B. Paterson and from events rooted in actual history, this is the untold story behind Australia's early years as an emerging nation.

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A Waltz for Matilda by Jackie French is a captivating young adult novel set in early 20th century Australia. Reviews highlight the book's vivid portrayal of historical events and its exploration of themes like resilience and identity. The engaging storytelling and well-developed characters receive particular praise for bringing the harsh realities of the era to life while providing an inspiring tale of personal growth.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780732290214

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 December 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 332g

Pages: 496

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Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Jackie French Series: The Matilda Saga Young Adult

About the Author

Jackie French AM is an award-winning writer, wombat negotiator, the 2014–2015 Australian Children's Laureate and the 2015 Senior Australian of the Year. In 2016, Jackie became a Member of the Order of Australia for her contribution to children's literature and her advocacy for youth literacy. She is regarded as one of Australia's most popular children's authors and writes across all genres — from picture books, history, fantasy, ecology and sci-fi, to her much-loved historical fiction for a variety of age groups. 'A book can change a child's life. A book can change the world' was the primary philosophy behind Jackie's two-year term as Laureate. jackiefrench.com facebook.com/authorjackiefrench

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