Tom the Outback Mailman

Kristin Weidenbach

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Lothian
26 July 2016

Picture books; Picture storybooks; Transport (Children's&YA); Educational: History; Kids Australian

Series: Lothian Australian Favourites

Tom Kruse was a real Australian hero. He delivered the mail to outback stations and towns all along the Birdsville Track. It was a tough job, but Tom was even tougher, making sure that the mail got through no matter what. Based on her bestselling book, Mailman of the Birdsville Track, Kristin Weidenbach has written a lively, engaging version for younger readers, capturing the humour, excitement and ingenuity of a classic slice of Australia's fast-vanishing history. Timothy Ide is a South Australian illustrator with a genuine feel for the beauty and hardship of life in the Australian outback.

By: Kristin Weidenbach
Imprint: Lothian
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 286mm, Width: 244mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 188g
ISBN: 9780733636363
ISBN 10: 0733636365
Series: Lothian Australian Favourites
Publication Date: 26 July 2016
Recommended Age: From 7 to 10 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , English as a second language , Children's (6-12)
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Kristin Weidenbach became a writer after completing postdoctoral research at Stanford University in the United States. She has won several international awards for her writing and her articles have appeared in SCIENCE, AUSTRALIAN GEOGRAPHIC and academic publications. She is the author of THE MAILMAN OF THE BIRDSVILLE TRACK and the children's picture book, TOM THE OUTBACK MAILMAN, illustrated by Timothy Ide, and winner of the Eve Pownall Book of the Year Award, 2013.

Reviews for Tom the Outback Mailman

This book is a tribute to an everyday Aussie. The illustrations are of earthy colours with native animals, and the clever text wrapping catches the eye - COURIER-MAILIdeal for children in their first few years of primary school - OUTBACK MAGAZINEwill make an excellent addition to any library and private collection - MAGPIES MAGAZINE