Lilian Turner

Broschiertes Buch

An Australian Lassie

Beschreibung

An Australian Lassie is a story about a spirited young girl navigating the challenges of childhood and growing up. The narrative explores the emotional and social hurdles faced by a girl attending school, dealing with rivalry, competition, and family dynamics. The protagonist grapples with her frustrations of being at the bottom of her class and her desire to prove herself, while encountering a rival who challenges her sense of justice. The story captures the complexities of friendships, sibling relationships, and the struggle to find one's identity within a structured environment. As the characters navigate these challenges, the story emphasizes resilience, the pursuit of personal growth, and the lessons learned from rivalry and competition. The novel highlights how youth is a period of self-discovery, filled with both conflicts and victories, offering a nuanced exploration of how relationships evolve and how individuals learn to assert their place in the world. Through its focus on a young girl's emotional growth and determination, the book presents a relatable portrayal of childhood's joys and trials.

Autor

Lilian Turner was an Australian author born on August 21, 1867, in Lincoln, United Kingdom. She moved to Australia at an early age and became known for her contributions to literature, particularly for her work in children's fiction and romance. Turner was deeply influenced by her experiences in both England and Australia, and her writing often reflected her observations on life, social issues, and the complexities of relationships. Throughout her career, Turner was known for her ability to capture the nuances of human emotions and interactions, particularly in her portrayal of young characters navigating life's challenges. Her most notable works include "An Australian Lassie," a story that revolves around childhood rivalry and growth, and "War's Heart Throbs," a more poignant exploration of love and loss during wartime. Turner's writing style was often simple yet rich in its depiction of the emotional depth of her characters, making her works accessible to a wide audience. She continued to write into her later years, living in Turramurra, Australia, where she passed away on August 25, 1956, at the age of 89.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 108
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Januar 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 6mm
• Gewicht: 148g
• ISBN-13: 9789369429738
• ISBN-10: 9369429735
• Artikelnr.: 73706726