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Dirt Classroom: An inspiring true adventure through the Australian Outback
At 15, I made the decision to leave home and began working on some of the worlds largest cattle stations. Over the next 2 years, I was attacked by a few wild animals, experienced unexplained phenomenon, had a massive learning curve and truly experienced the Australian outback. If you are after a story that was written to appeal to the masses and that mainstream publishers love, then this probably isn't for you. If you are after a lighthearted read that provides the raw truth about life out bush and my experience of it, then click away.I hope you enjoy. Note - mature themes.
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198 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 3, 2016
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June 28, 2020
This was a fascinating read. I learned a lot but by reading this book. Mustering cattle is not a job for the weak but a job for strong minded man to survive this rough work. Working in extreme conditions takes a strong mind and body.
January 21, 2021
The best days end with the dirtiest clothes
Good story about learning the ways of life on a cattle station in Australia. At times it's a "what not to do" instructional. Growing up on a more modern ranch it was interesting to see what it's like in other places.
Good story about learning the ways of life on a cattle station in Australia. At times it's a "what not to do" instructional. Growing up on a more modern ranch it was interesting to see what it's like in other places.
December 9, 2021
Jakaroo
I also became a Jakaroo as a 17 teen year old for 1 year. I particularly enjoyed reading this story because of the memories that have stuck in my mind for the last 57 years. My Nick name was Kanga.
I also became a Jakaroo as a 17 teen year old for 1 year. I particularly enjoyed reading this story because of the memories that have stuck in my mind for the last 57 years. My Nick name was Kanga.
April 25, 2024
very worthwhile read
Interesting story of a very young jackaroo working on outback stations. Written with humour and positivity this book recalls with a great deal of accuracy the life on outback stations for so many ‘hands’. Part of Australias history is in these pages.
Interesting story of a very young jackaroo working on outback stations. Written with humour and positivity this book recalls with a great deal of accuracy the life on outback stations for so many ‘hands’. Part of Australias history is in these pages.
July 15, 2024
Recommend, good read, true events
Very interesting read. Gives good insight into the life of a cowboy and the shenanigans that goes with that time of lifestyle. Enjoyed reading life events and stories. Recommend for me to read by my dad. I also recommend you read this book too.
Very interesting read. Gives good insight into the life of a cowboy and the shenanigans that goes with that time of lifestyle. Enjoyed reading life events and stories. Recommend for me to read by my dad. I also recommend you read this book too.
March 15, 2021
Most amusing!
Great book about coming of age in the Outback, and the hard earned lessons involved. Good description of the country, and the life on remote cattle stations along a lot of amusing anecdotes. My only disappointment was that it wasn't longer.
Great book about coming of age in the Outback, and the hard earned lessons involved. Good description of the country, and the life on remote cattle stations along a lot of amusing anecdotes. My only disappointment was that it wasn't longer.
February 25, 2017
A good short read
Bought back a few memories of my own with horses and long hard rides through the bush. Gives an insight that hard work is a good education for life.
Bought back a few memories of my own with horses and long hard rides through the bush. Gives an insight that hard work is a good education for life.
April 2, 2019
Inspirational, easy and enjoyable read. Well done Casper!
Maybe an option for many wayward aussie youth?
Four more words required.
Maybe an option for many wayward aussie youth?
Four more words required.
April 24, 2020
Good straight account
Interesting first-hand account of jackarooing in the outback. No exaggerated tall tales, just a good honest interesting record of work in the bush.
Interesting first-hand account of jackarooing in the outback. No exaggerated tall tales, just a good honest interesting record of work in the bush.
May 13, 2020
A great easy read. Inspirational & enjoyable. A great insight of the Aussie outback
June 6, 2020
The far-from-easy Daily life of a jackaroo
The Australian Outback,in a cattle station is the setting. Told by 16 y.o. Casper, who hired on for 2 years.
The Australian Outback,in a cattle station is the setting. Told by 16 y.o. Casper, who hired on for 2 years.
July 9, 2020
Dirt classroom
Very entertaining! An interesting read that will hold your interest. I hope the author writes of his next experiences in life.
Very entertaining! An interesting read that will hold your interest. I hope the author writes of his next experiences in life.
July 12, 2020
Interesting story
I like reading about this guy's adventures in the outback. I find the outback an interesting place and truly enjoyed this story...
I like reading about this guy's adventures in the outback. I find the outback an interesting place and truly enjoyed this story...
January 10, 2021
I enjoyed this book a lot. I spent some time in Australia years ago and really enjoyed the lingo and the story telling style and humor.
August 18, 2021
Thoroughly enjoyed
I felt all the emotions as I read through all of the experiences. It has left me with a thirst for the other chapters in his life.
I felt all the emotions as I read through all of the experiences. It has left me with a thirst for the other chapters in his life.
October 11, 2021
Great story !!!
I read a lot and this is one of t
he most interesting, entertaining books I have ever read. About a world most dont know exists.
I read a lot and this is one of t
he most interesting, entertaining books I have ever read. About a world most dont know exists.
January 10, 2020
Not only a great read but brings back some great memories for me. I am convinced many of the people who are currently "drifting"in life would benefit from such an experience. The hours are long and the work is often dangerous but the opportunity to gain new skills and develop lifelong friendships is the greatest reward.
April 29, 2020
Nice easy read. A window into the world of a stockman in outback Australia.
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