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The Wearing of the Green

By Claire Saxby
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The Wearing of the Green by Claire Saxby is an engaging children's book that introduces young readers to the story of a child navigating a day filled with adventure and self-discovery. With vivid storytelling and charming illustrations, the book celebrates themes of curiosity and resilience as the protagonist explores their environment. It's a delightful tale that fosters imagination and learning.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this delightful tale by Claire Saxby if you love exploring engaging stories that blend historical events with a touch of whimsy, all designed for young readers. The book introduces children to Irish culture and traditions through captivating illustrations and storytelling, making it a wonderful read for curious minds.

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The Wearing of the Green

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A powerful historical novel exploring themes of racism, classism and gender expectations present in a growing nation.

When Biddy arrives in Melbourne from Ireland in 1850, she knows exactly what she’s going to do – find her rebellious big brother, Ewen. Her plans are derailed when he’s not there to meet her and she’s forced into a situation that is nothing like she expected. Faced with challenges and chased by luck, bad and good, Biddy must find a strength within herself to build a new life – and to find her missing brother.

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The Wearing of the Green by Claire Saxby is well-received, with reviewers highlighting its suitability for educational settings and its exploration of historical themes like migration, racism, and resilience. The story is praised for its depth, teaching readers about survival as not just a physical necessity but as requiring emotional connections. The novel, ideal for upper primary and lower secondary readers, vividly portrays the lives of Irish famine orphan girls in 1850s Melbourne, carrying themes of hope and perseverance.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760653583

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Walker Books Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 185g

Pages: 192

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Claire Saxby

About the Author

Claire Saxby writes award-winning fiction, non-fiction and poetry for young people. She writes about history, about nature and more. Her books include Nature Storybooks (Big Red Kangaroo, Emu, Koala, Dingo, Kookaburra, Great White Shark, Tasmanian Devil and Wedge-tailed Eagle) which celebrate Australian wildlife and the places they live. Her historical novel, The Wearing of the Green, explores early colonial Melbourne. Claire lives by the sea and believes our world is a place of many wonders. For further information visit www.clairesaxby.com

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