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Mrs Whitlam

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In Bruce Pascoe's Mrs Whitlam, the story follows a young Indigenous girl named Marnie who unexpectedly takes on the responsibility of caring for a large Clydesdale horse after its previous owner passes away. Set in a rural Australian setting, Marnie forms a deep bond with the horse, Mrs Whitlam, and through various adventures, she learns valuable lessons about friendship, determination, and self-discovery. This heartfelt tale captures the challenges and joys of growing up and the connection between humans and animals.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming stories of friendship and resilience. It's a beautifully written tale about a girl and her bond with a special horse, offering powerful insights on belonging and courage. Ideal for young readers with an interest in stories featuring strong, relatable characters and rich, engaging narratives set in Australia.

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Mrs Whitlam

Age range 9 to 12 Marnie Clark of Curdie Vale can ride but she doesn't have a horse. She dreams of owning one and havingthe whole world to ride it in. Before too long Marnie is gifted Mrs Margaret 'Maggie' Whitlam, a beautiful, bigClydesdale bold, fearless and able to jump anything.

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Age range 9 to 12

Marnie Clark of Curdie Vale can ride, but she doesn't have a horse. She dreams of owning one and having the whole world to ride it in. Before too long, Marnie is gifted Mrs Whitlam, a beautiful, big Clydesdale—bold, fearless, and able to jump anything.

From the very first ride, Marnie and Maggie get more adventure than they bargained for. Soon, Marnie is learning to negotiate newfound friendships, pony club, and how to stand up for what she believes in. Will her friendship with George Costa, another outsider, make being accepted harder? Or will being true to herself be the hardest decision Marnie makes?

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925936346

Publisher: Magabala Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 December 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Magabala Books

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 80

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