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Fabish: The Horse that Braved a Bushfire

By Neridah McMullin
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Fabish: The Horse that Braved a Bushfire by Neridah McMullin is an inspiring children's story centring around a brave horse named Fabish. Set against the backdrop of a fierce Australian bushfire, this tale showcases courage, loyalty, and the instinctive connection between animals and humans as Fabish leads a group of young horses to safety. Through vivid storytelling and illustrations, the book offers young readers a blend of adventure and heartwarming moments.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in heartwarming stories of bravery and loyalty, particularly those featuring animals. Set against the backdrop of a bushfire, it's a touching tale that celebrates the bond between humans and horses through challenging situations, perfect for young readers who appreciate tales of courage and resilience.

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Fabish: The Horse that Braved a Bushfire

A powerful and beautifully illustrated picture book based on the true story of a brave horse called Fabish, who saved a group of young horses during the Black Saturday bushfires.

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SHORT-LISTED: CBCA Book of the Year, Eve Pownall Award for Information Books, 2017

Fabish: The Horse that Braved a Bushfire tells the story of Fabish, a handsome grey racehorse. During his racing career, he wasn't the fastest horse, but he always gave his best effort. After retiring, Fabish was tasked with caring for the yearlings in a paddock far removed from the training track. He guided the flighty young horses, teaching them what it meant to be a racehorse.

One hot summer day, a wild wind stirred, making the yearlings restless. Fabish detected the scent of smoke; a fire was approaching swiftly. The trainer opened the gate and urged, 'Go now!' Fabish neighed to the young ones, leading them as they galloped away. Throughout the night, the fire blazed and the trainer fought tirelessly to save the racehorses in the stables.

But what would happen to Fabish and the yearlings? Could he keep them safe from the firestorm?

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760527105

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 October 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Andrew McLean

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 270.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 186g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Neridah McMullin

About the Author

Neridah McMullin is an Australian author who loves to write true stories. Her grandfather was a stockman and she learned to ride at a young age. When she read about Fabish, she went to meet the trainer at the farm in north-east Victoria. He told her about that terrible time, and how he had to set Fabish and the yearlings free to make their own way through the firestorm. He didn't think he would ever see them again.

Andrew McLean is an artist who has taught painting, drawing and art, but is now a full-time painter and illustrator of children's books. Andrew also visited the farm where Fabish and the yearlings lived, and saw the old stone stables where the racehorses were saved from the fire.

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