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By the River

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By the River by Steven Herrick is a poignant coming-of-age novel-in-verse following a young boy named Harry as he navigates life in a small Australian town. Through reflective poetry, the story captures Harry's experiences of friendship, loss, and discovery, weaving a rich tapestry of emotions and the beauty of the natural world around him. The book sensitively explores themes of resilience and the joys and trials of growing up.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy poetic storytelling and tales of growing up in a small town. It beautifully captures the essence of youth, friendship, and the search for meaning. Ideal for readers who appreciate thoughtful narratives blended with vivid imagery and emotional depth.

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By the River

A memorable YA novel about the tough and tender sides of growing up in a small country town. Fourteen-year-old Harry has a knack for wriggling out of trouble, but escaping the constraints and memories that keep him trapped is not so easy, until it's a matter of life or death.

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A memorable YA novel about the tough and tender sides of growing up in a small country town.

Fourteen-year-old Harry has a knack for wriggling out of trouble, but escaping the constraints and memories that keep him trapped is not so easy, until it's a matter of life or death.

By the River is a compelling story of adolescence, resilience, and the journey towards freedom.

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By the River is praised for its concise and eloquent portrayal of characters, capturing their essence with deft strokes. The language is described as spare and lyrical, employing highly emotional poetry that evokes both laughter and sadness. Through Harry's compelling and sincere voice, the novel unfolds with exquisite prose verse, offering a beautiful depiction of Australian identity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781741143577

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2004

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 232g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Steven Herrick was born in Brisbane, the youngest of seven children. At school his favourite subject was soccer, and he dreamed of football glory while he worked at various jobs, including fruit picking. Now Steven writes for children and teenagers and visits many schools each year. He loves talking to the students and their teachers about poetry, and soccer.

Steven lives in the Blue Mountains with his wife and two sons.

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