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Box the Pony

By Leah Purcell and Scott Rankin
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Box the Pony by Leah Purcell and Scott Rankin follows a young Aboriginal woman named Leah as she navigates her journey to achieve her dreams despite numerous personal and societal challenges. The story is presented in a candid and heartfelt manner, drawing on humour and resilience to explore themes of identity, culture, and empowerment in modern Australia.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in stories that explore identity, resilience, and culture through a unique and powerful voice. This work intertwines themes of family, dreams, and Indigenous Australian heritage, offering an engaging and heartfelt narrative. Its blend of humour and drama provides insight into personal struggle and triumphs, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate character-driven stories.

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Box the Pony

The semi-autobiographical story of Leah Purcell - or her alter ego Stephanie - which traces the events of her life growing up on an impoverished Aboriginal mission in Queensland. Despite the poverty, violence, lack of education and opportunity, Stepanie is nurtured through the love of her family.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

The semi-autobiographical story of Leah Purcell - or her alter ego Stephanie - traces the events of her life growing up on an impoverished Aboriginal mission in Queensland.

Despite the poverty, violence, lack of education and opportunity, Stephanie is nurtured through the love of her family.

Box the Pony beautifully captures Stephanie's journey, highlighting the resilience and strength that define her existence.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733610691

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 1999

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sceptre

Illustration: b&w photos

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 205.0mm

Weight: 170g

Pages: 256

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Fiction General Fiction Leah Purcell Literary Fiction Scott Rankin

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