Our Don Bradman

My Australian Story #14

by Peter Allen

The Don is my hero because he is the greatest batsman in the world. Dad says all Australians are proud of The Don, even those who don't normally follow cricket. He says The Don is an inspiration to everyone, because whenever he gets a big score, people smile and forget about their troubles. There are lots of troubles that Victor and his family would like to forget. It is the Great Depression, and Victor's dad has lost his job. But despite their struggles, Victor not only gets to see Don Bradman in action, he even meets him! With the England cricket team coming to Australia, Victor knows it's going to be a great season. But England has some nasty surprises in store that the Australians-and Victor-will never forget.

Genres: Historical Fiction, Diary, Fiction

Paperback

First published June 1, 2004

About the author

NOTE: the author of children's picture books is Peter Allen

Reviews

[Harper]

A great book about Australians inspiration in their time off need.

[Anna Davidson · Rating 3 out of 5]

A great historical mid-primary read. I'd also do a song analysis of Paul Kelly's 'Bradman' song at the same time.

[Sophia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very GOOD!!!

[Jayne Shelley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely wonderful. My son and daughter both loved it. My son doesn't like many children's books but this sporting historical fiction book fit the bill! I also loved it. As a long time cricket tragic I remember my grandparents talking about body bodyline! And Don Bradman is still the best batsman in the world (in my humble opinion).

[Maddy · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book is a diary entry. i could not put this book down. it was a really good book. it also had historical events such as the sydney harbour bridge opening! you should read it!

[Abeshek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book provides a in depth view of a cricket god and shows us his suffering family wise

[Michelle]

Ah... Year 6

[Paris · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

[Liam · Rating 5 out of 5]

it was excellent!!! and also was this a true story or just made up?
it sounds so real :)

[Trent Jayamaha · Rating 4 out of 5]

I rated it four stars because it was a sport that i like and it was interesting