Shipping Through the Holidays ☀️📦

New Year, New You Sale ☀️- Up to 20% off 500+ books!

Tom Appleby, Convict Boy

By Jackie French
0.0 (0 reviews)
3.92 goodreads logo

Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.

Check link for latest rating. ( 1,052 ratings, 83 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Summary
Tom Appleby, Convict Boy by Jackie French is a captivating young adult novel that follows the journey of a young boy named Tom Appleby from his harsh beginnings in London to a life as a convict in Australia. The story explores themes of resilience and friendship against the backdrop of the British penal colony's establishment. Through Tom's eyes, readers gain insight into the challenges and hopes of those who endured this extraordinary period in history.
Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
$1999
FAST NZ-WIDE DELIVERY

Found a better price? Request a price match

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by historical adventures and tales of resilience. It delves into the challenging life of a young boy sent to Australia as a convict, offering a gripping and heartwarming journey as he faces adversity and builds a new life. Perfect for readers interested in history, personal growth, and the power of the human spirit.

Book Hero thinking about your next read

Tom Appleby, Convict Boy

Tom Appleby, eight year old chimney sweep is convicted of stealing and sentenced to deportation to Botany Bay. This book tells of a colony that, despite its natural abundance, cannot offer what the colonists want. While the people's health is better than ever, their morale is low as they wait for news from home. It is for those aged 10 and above.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

At the tender age of eight, chimney sweep Tom Appleby is convicted of stealing and sentenced to deportation to Botany Bay. As one of the members of the First Fleet, he arrives in a country that seemingly has little to offer—or little that the English are used to, anyway.

Tom Appleby, Convict Boy by Jackie French tells the story of this young boy's journey and challenges as he navigates life in an unfamiliar land. This historical tale provides a unique glimpse into the experiences of convicts during the early days of colonial Australia.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780207199424

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 April 2004

Country: Australia

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 214g

Pages: 304

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Featured Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction In-Stock Fiction Books Jackie French New Release Fiction Young Adult

About the Author

Jackie French AM is an award-winning writer, wombat negotiator, the 2014–2015 Australian Children's Laureate and the 2015 Senior Australian of the Year. In 2016, Jackie became a Member of the Order of Australia for her contribution to children's literature and her advocacy for youth literacy. She is regarded as one of Australia's most popular children's authors and writes across all genres — from picture books, history, fantasy, ecology and sci-fi, to her much-loved historical fiction for a variety of age groups. 'A book can change a child's life. A book can change the world' was the primary philosophy behind Jackie's two-year term as Laureate. jackiefrench.com facebook.com/authorjackiefrench

Also by Jackie French

View all

More from Young Adult

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.