

The Fish Scales - ”He was five feet long! King of all snappers.” A tale of struggle much like that of Ahab, that captures a light-hearted battle between man and nature. The Shell - “Everywhere great columns of white spray rose as if in slow motion.” Two travellers realise the terrible beauty of the ocean and the harrowing consequences for those who look away. The Lock-Out - “The first disaster occurred at the end of Mr Hecht’s science lesson.” With his parents away in Melbourne, Jim expects a fun break but a series of unfortunate disasters sets in a motion an unforgettable weekend.ĭad Ran A Fowl Run - “Dad kept fowls once and I’ll never forget it.” Aveling’s dad has ambitions to get rich off of raising a small army of hens and roosters but things turn crooked for Aveling and his dad’s big plans. Through his eyes, readers will fall in love with the sharp vulnerability of the bush. The Water Trolley- “Paul knew the vastness and emptiness of the land around him.” Paul understands the delicate balance of nature. This edition comes with five other stories by Colin Thiele that capture the unique voices of Australians across the natural and suburban landscape. This moving story is now a major motion-picture and one of the classics of Australian writing for children. Set along the rugged beauty of the South Australian coast, Storm Boy cares for an injured pelican and finds a friend that shows him the power of loyalty and love. I am a reviewer who would like to write about this I am a professional book buyer considering purchasing this for my bookstore Based on the beloved book, Storm Boy is a timeless story of an unusual and unconditional friendship.I am a professional / teacher considering utilizing this in a classroom


Their remarkable adventures and very special bond has a profound effect on all their lives. He recounts to his grand-daughter the story of how, as a boy, he rescued and raised an extraordinary orphaned pelican, Mr Percival. When Kingley starts to see images from his past that he can't explain, he is forced to remember his long-forgotten childhood, growing up on an isolated coastline with his father. 'Storm Boy' has grown up to be Michael Kingley, a successful retired businessman and grandfather. When Kingley starts to see images from his past that he can't explain, he is forced to remember his long-forgotten childhood, growing up on an isolated coastline with his A contemporary retelling of Colin Thiele's classic Australian tale.

Summary: A contemporary retelling of Colin Thiele's classic Australian tale.
