Spark Of Opal
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Tear on front of jacket and along back flap fold - otherwise still structural.
Set against the rugged, sun-scorched landscape of the Australian outback, Spark of Opal is a compelling work of young adult fiction that chronicles the adventures of a family who uproots their comfortable suburban life to try their luck as opal miners in the remote town of Coober Pedy. Mavis Thorpe Clark masterfully captures the harsh realities and raw beauty of this isolated world, illustrating how the promise of fortune can both unite and fracture a family under pressure. The story centers on young Kit, who must navigate the challenges of belonging in a tough, unconventional community while grappling with questions of identity, courage, and what it truly means to call a place home. Written with warmth and authenticity, the narrative presents a vivid portrait of a uniquely Australian way of life, grounding its themes of resilience and determination in a landscape unlike any other. Clark's authoritative storytelling and richly drawn characters make this a timeless coming-of-age tale that resonates long after the final page.
Author: Mavis Thorpe Clark
Format: Hardback
Published: 1968, Lansdowne
Genre: Childrens fiction
Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Tear on front of jacket and along back flap fold - otherwise still structural.
Set against the rugged, sun-scorched landscape of the Australian outback, Spark of Opal is a compelling work of young adult fiction that chronicles the adventures of a family who uproots their comfortable suburban life to try their luck as opal miners in the remote town of Coober Pedy. Mavis Thorpe Clark masterfully captures the harsh realities and raw beauty of this isolated world, illustrating how the promise of fortune can both unite and fracture a family under pressure. The story centers on young Kit, who must navigate the challenges of belonging in a tough, unconventional community while grappling with questions of identity, courage, and what it truly means to call a place home. Written with warmth and authenticity, the narrative presents a vivid portrait of a uniquely Australian way of life, grounding its themes of resilience and determination in a landscape unlike any other. Clark's authoritative storytelling and richly drawn characters make this a timeless coming-of-age tale that resonates long after the final page.