Scotty In Gumnut Land
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Shows wear and tear for its age. Light foxing on block - does not extend internally.
A beloved classic of Australian children's literature, Scotty in Gumnut Land transports young readers into the enchanting bush world created by the iconic May Gibbs, where tiny gumnut babies and whimsical native creatures inhabit a magical landscape drawn from the Australian wilderness. The story follows Scotty on a delightful adventure through Gumnut Land, a realm populated by the charming characters — including the beloved Snugglepot and Cuddlepie — that Gibbs made famous in her celebrated illustrated tales. Written with warmth, gentle humour, and a deep reverence for the Australian natural environment, the narrative presents a world that is simultaneously fantastical and rooted in the real flora and fauna of the bush. Gibbs's distinctive storytelling illustrates timeless themes of friendship, bravery, and the wonder of nature, making this a treasured read for children and collectors of classic Australiana alike.
Author: May Gibbs
Format: Hardback
Published: 1974, Angus and Robertson
Genre: Childrens fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Shows wear and tear for its age. Light foxing on block - does not extend internally.
A beloved classic of Australian children's literature, Scotty in Gumnut Land transports young readers into the enchanting bush world created by the iconic May Gibbs, where tiny gumnut babies and whimsical native creatures inhabit a magical landscape drawn from the Australian wilderness. The story follows Scotty on a delightful adventure through Gumnut Land, a realm populated by the charming characters — including the beloved Snugglepot and Cuddlepie — that Gibbs made famous in her celebrated illustrated tales. Written with warmth, gentle humour, and a deep reverence for the Australian natural environment, the narrative presents a world that is simultaneously fantastical and rooted in the real flora and fauna of the bush. Gibbs's distinctive storytelling illustrates timeless themes of friendship, bravery, and the wonder of nature, making this a treasured read for children and collectors of classic Australiana alike.