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| Lizzie Nonsense
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By
Jan Ormerod
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When Papa takes the sandalwood he has cut into town, it is fifty miles along sand tracks by horse and cart, and he will be away a long time.
Then Lizzie and Mama and baby are all alone in the little house in the bush.
Lizzie is always playing and pretending. She is always dreaming.
“Lizzie nonsense!” her mama calls it.
Lizzie Nonsense brings to life, through the story of one family, the experience of pioneering women and children left alone in the Australian bush while their husbands and fathers were away working. Seen through the eyes of Lizzie, a playful and imaginative little girl, the joy and exuberance of childhood shines through, despite the hard work and isolation. But Lizzie Nonsense is, first and foremost, a story about a mother and daughter, told with warmth, tenderness and humour.
Jan Ormerod’s stunning, evocative illustrations make this a rich and resonating book.
About the author/illustrator
Jan Ormerod grew up in Western Australia, and as a child she was constantly drawing. After art school, she taught art at both tertiary and secondary levels, turning to children’s book illustration after becoming a mother. Jan’s first book, Sunshine was acclaimed and awarded around the world. She has since had over 50 books published, including Moonlight, Peek-a-Boo and Ms Macdonald Has a Class. Many of Jan’s books are a celebration of the fun, warmth and love of parenthood.
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| ISBN: |
187700359X (HC)
187700393X (PB) |
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| Australian price: |
$24.95 (HC)
$14.99 (PB) |
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| UK price: |
£9.99 (HC)
£5.99 (PB) |
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| NZ price: |
$26.99 (HC)
$16.99 (PB) |
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| Format: |
255 x 255 mm |
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| Page extent: |
32 pages |
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| Publication date: |
September 2004 (HC)
August 2006 (PB) |
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