Topsy-turvy World
To the first Europeans who came to Australia, everything seemed topsy- turvy. Christmas was in summer. Trees shed their bark but not their leaves. Strange animals bounded across the landscape.
Topsy-turvy World takes a close look at Australia’s ‘strangest’ animals. Through stories about real historical characters and events, the experiences of explorers and early settlers are brought to life. Each story is followed by factual information on the true nature of fifteen iconic Australian animals.
Topsy-turvy World is extensively illustrated with beautiful, original 18th and 19th Century artwork from the collections of the National Library of Australia.
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Awards
CBCA Book of the Year Awards – Eve Pownall Award for Information Books – Honour Book 2013
Whitley Awards 2013 – Commended by the Royal Zoological Society of NSW
Reviews
“… a truly stunning book that should earn a place in every child's home.”
Ania McCartney – Kids Book Review
“…this beautifully presented book should grace the shelves of every library in Australia, be it school, public or home.”
Vicki Stanton – Buzz Words
“…this attractively produced large non fiction book will amaze and intrigue readers as they look inside its pages”
Fran Knight - Readplus
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