Norah of Billabong by Mary Grant Bruce
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"Norah of Billabong" by Mary Grant Bruce is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Norah Linton, a spirited fifteen-year-old girl returning home to Billabong Station after spending time at a boarding school. As she navigates her feelings of homesickness and the challenges of adapting to life at school, the narrative promises a blend of adventure, family ties, and the heartwarming essence of Australian rural life. At
the start of the novel, the atmosphere is celebratory as it is "breaking up" day at Beresford House, marking the end of term for Norah and her classmates. The narrative introduces us to Norah, who is bursting with excitement upon seeing her friend Wally Meadows and later her father and brother, showcasing the strong familial bonds she cherishes. There's a vivid depiction of school life and its contrasts with her upbringing in the Australian bush, humorously illustrated through her school experiences and mishaps. As Norah reunites with her family, readers are drawn into her eager anticipation for the adventures awaiting her at home, setting the stage for a rich exploration of life in the Australian countryside. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Bruce, Mary Grant, 1878-1958 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Macfarlane, J. |
| Title | Norah of Billabong |
| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines, Cindy Beyer & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Australia -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Country life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60446 |
| Release Date | Oct 7, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 456 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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