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ISBN:
9781925815108 (PB)
Dimensions:
Paperback: 22x17.5cm
Pages: 120
Publication year: 2013
Publisher: Fremantle Press
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Light Horse Boy

Created by Dianne WolferBrian Simmonds

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In 1914 Jim and Charlie abandon the Australian outback for the excitement and adventure of the war to end all wars. But in the Light Horse they quickly discover the brutal realities of life on the frontline. And nothing will ever be the same again.

Featuring stunning charcoal sketches by Brian Simmonds alongside primary source documents and historical photos, Light Horse Boy goes behind the scenes of the great Anzac legends for an intimate look at their experience of World War I.

PRAISE FOR THE BOOK

‘This is a fine book that will add much to our understanding of the Australian spirit as it engages in war. Should be compulsory reading for all upper grade students.’ Reading Time

’Wolfer’s latest foray into historical fiction is a successful one.’ Magpies

‘This is a powerful and moving book, highly recommended for ages 9 to 14 years.’ Child Magazines

‘… a fabulous picture book for older readers, just in time for Anzac Day.’ Scoop Magazine

‘The book is full of photographs, letters, telegrams and illustrations, which make this an engaging narrative non fiction text for primary-aged children.’ Junior Books+Publishing

The Lighthouse Girl and The Light Horse Boy by Albany author Dianne Wolfer, embodying a powerful and truthful sense of a pivotal time in Australia’s development as a nation.’ Mandurah Coastal Times

Featuring stunning charcoal sketches by Brian Simmonds alongside primary source documents and historical photos, Light Horse Boy goes behind the scenes of the great Anzac legends for an intimate look at their experience of World War I.’ Tot: Hot or Not

Awards

Western Australian Premier’s Book Award (Winner 2014)
Children’s Book Council of Australia Book Awards (Honour Book 2014)
Red Dot Book Awards Singapore (Shortlisted 2014)



Pages: 120
Publication Year: 2013
Publisher: Fremantle Press
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Dianne Wolfer

Dianne Wolfer is an award-winning author. Her book Lighthouse Girl served as inspiration for PIAF’s The Giants and was adapted into a stage production by Black Swan State Theatre Company. One of Dianne’s picture books, Photographs in the Mud (set along the Kokoda Track), was inspired by a wartime anecdote, has been used as an international peace […]

Brian Simmonds

Brian Simmonds was born in Subiaco and worked for many years as a lithographer in the printing industry while studying art in the evenings. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art from Curtin University and worked for The Sunday Times, New Idea and an advertising agency before he became a professional artist in […]