I Can Jump Puddles: Popular Penguins

Name: I Can Jump Puddles: Popular Penguins
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780143204855
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By Alan Marshall

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I Can Jump Puddles is a touching autobiographical account of Alan Marshall's childhood in rural Australia. It chronicles his journey of resilience and determination after contracting polio at a young age. Despite his struggles, Alan's spirit remains unbroken as he finds joy and adventure in the everyday, forming a narrative rich with inspiration and hope.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy inspiring true stories of resilience and overcoming adversity. It beautifully chronicles the author's childhood experiences and determination to live a full life despite the challenges posed by his physical disability. The memoir is filled with warmth, humour, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life.

I Can Jump Puddles: Popular Penguins

I Can Jump Puddles is Alan Marshall's story of his childhood - a happy world in which, despite his crippling poliomyelitis, he plays, climbs, fights, swims, rides and laughs. His world was the Australian countryside early last century: rough-riders, bushmen, farmers and tellers of tall stories - a world held precious by the young Alan.

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I Can Jump Puddles is Alan Marshall's story of his childhood—a happy world in which, despite his crippling poliomyelitis, he plays, climbs, fights, swims, rides and laughs.

His world was the Australian countryside early last century: rough-riders, bushmen, farmers and tellers of tall stories—a world held precious by the young Alan.

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I Can Jump Puddles by Alan Marshall is a poignant memoir that has garnered acclaim for its inspiring and heartwarming narrative. Critics commend Marshall's ability to depict his childhood struggles with polio with a sense of resilience and optimism. The book illustrates the author's determination to live a full life despite his disability, resonating with readers through its vivid storytelling and emotional depth.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143204855

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 June 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 113.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 156g

Pages: 272

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Alan Marshall Biography & Memoir Children’s, Teenage and Educational Non-Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

Alan Marshall has recounted the story of his life and travels in a three-part autobiography. I Can Jump Puddles, the first book of the trilogy, is the story of his childhood. This is the Grass is the second book of his autobiography; the third is In Mine Own Heart.

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