Seven Little Australians
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: usual aging. Pages clean and bright
A beloved classic of Australian children's literature, Seven Little Australians chronicles the boisterous, tender, and often mischievous lives of the seven Woolcot children growing up in colonial New South Wales during the 1890s. Ethel Turner presents a vivid portrait of family life under the strict authority of Captain Woolcot and his young stepmother Esther, weaving together episodes of childhood rebellion, warmth, and heartfelt emotion with remarkable authenticity. The novel's tone balances gentle humor with genuine pathos, capturing the spirited independence of its young characters — none more so than the irrepressible Judy, whose wild energy and fierce loyalty make her one of the most memorable figures in Australian fiction. Turner illustrates with unflinching honesty that childhood, however joyful, is not without its shadows, and the story builds toward an ending of profound emotional power that has moved generations of readers. First published in 1894, Seven Little Australians remains a cornerstone of the Australian literary canon and a timeless portrait of family, freedom, and the bittersweet nature of growing up.
Author: Ethel Turner
Format: Hardback
Published: 1974, Ward Lock, London
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: usual aging. Pages clean and bright
A beloved classic of Australian children's literature, Seven Little Australians chronicles the boisterous, tender, and often mischievous lives of the seven Woolcot children growing up in colonial New South Wales during the 1890s. Ethel Turner presents a vivid portrait of family life under the strict authority of Captain Woolcot and his young stepmother Esther, weaving together episodes of childhood rebellion, warmth, and heartfelt emotion with remarkable authenticity. The novel's tone balances gentle humor with genuine pathos, capturing the spirited independence of its young characters — none more so than the irrepressible Judy, whose wild energy and fierce loyalty make her one of the most memorable figures in Australian fiction. Turner illustrates with unflinching honesty that childhood, however joyful, is not without its shadows, and the story builds toward an ending of profound emotional power that has moved generations of readers. First published in 1894, Seven Little Australians remains a cornerstone of the Australian literary canon and a timeless portrait of family, freedom, and the bittersweet nature of growing up.