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Purcell Brings Lawson's Tale to Kids
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Leah Purcell’s new picture book, “The Drover’s Son,” reimagines Henry Lawson’s classic tale for young readers, weaving themes of resilience, duty, and First Nations history through the eyes of a 12-year-old boy in the Monaro bush. With haunting watercolor illustrations by Dub Leffler, the book captures the isolation and emotional depth of Australia’s colonial past, making a foundational story accessible and powerful for a new generation.
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