 The Eastern Barred Bandicoot is a small, nocturnal marsupial that is only found in Australia. As a species they are extremely endangered, and the book recounts the natural and man made disasters that nearly wiped them out. Ever the resilient critter, the Bandicoot’s made their home in the automotive rublish yards of Victoria, Australia and learned to adapt for survival. It took the dedication of individuals to preserve Bandicoot environments and offer sanctuary in zoos. Light, colorful watercolor and pencil illustrations guide the reader through the journey of these beloved creatures. mm |
| Title: Bouncing Back: An Eastern Bandicoot Story Author: Rohan Cleave Illustrator: Coral Tulloch Publisher: CSIRO Publishing Copyright: 2018 ISBN: 978-1-4863-0827-9 Hardcover pages: 32 Age range: 6-10 Genre: Information book Book setting: Australia Author’s ethnicity: Australian Author’s residence: Melbourne, Australia Illustrator’s ethnicity: Australian Illustrator’s residence: Tasmania Awards: Children’s Book Council of Australia Award Subjects: Australia, Barred Bandicoot, Endangered Species, Wildlife |
Bouncing Back: An Eastern Barred Bandicoot Story
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Part-biography, part-introduction to modern homes; this book offers up an incredible amount of information about the lives and design styles of architects such as Gerrit Rietveld and Frank Lloyd Wright. Primary color pen illustrations clearly depict the materials and floor layouts of each architect’s unique design and creative voice. mm