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Me and Mary Kangaroo
Discover the timeless magic of Me and Mary Kangaroo, the beloved childhood autobiography of First Nations author Kevin Gilbert. Feel the joy, love, and mischief that lie within these pages and experience the lasting impact that this true story will have on your life.
Join Kevin on his adventures with his best friend Mary Kangaroo, an orphaned blue flyer, a female red kangaroo, Macropus rufus, and experience a heartwarming tale of friendship and family bonds that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired
Celebrate the enduring bonds of family, pets, and the connections to land in this beautifully written lyrical true story, with the gripping tension when Mary’s life is threatened.Uncover the priceless childhood memories of Kevin Gilbert, a renowned award-winning Wiradjuri Indigenous author.Immerse yourself in the rich and diverse Wiradjuri Country, as seen through the eyes of a young boy and his beloved animal friends.Feel the warmth and spontaneity of this ageless tale, which has captivated readers and listeners over time.A lyrical, moving tale that can be enjoyed by readers of all ages, as Kevin weaves a special glimpse into intimate relationships of a contemporary Aboriginal family.Stunning photographic illustrations by Eleanor Williams that bring Kevin's story to life.Shortlisted for the prestigious 1995 Australia Multicultural Children's Literature Award (Junor Section).The 3rd edition of this magnificent memoir, only available now after being out of print for 30 years, is now back by popular demand.Don't miss out on the chance to experience the heartwarming and timeless true story of Me and Mary Kangaroo. Pick up your copy by clicking the BUY NOW button at the top before the price changes, and immerse yourself in this unforgettable journey of friendship, family, and connection to country.
Join Kevin on his adventures with his best friend Mary Kangaroo, an orphaned blue flyer, a female red kangaroo, Macropus rufus, and experience a heartwarming tale of friendship and family bonds that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired
Celebrate the enduring bonds of family, pets, and the connections to land in this beautifully written lyrical true story, with the gripping tension when Mary’s life is threatened.Uncover the priceless childhood memories of Kevin Gilbert, a renowned award-winning Wiradjuri Indigenous author.Immerse yourself in the rich and diverse Wiradjuri Country, as seen through the eyes of a young boy and his beloved animal friends.Feel the warmth and spontaneity of this ageless tale, which has captivated readers and listeners over time.A lyrical, moving tale that can be enjoyed by readers of all ages, as Kevin weaves a special glimpse into intimate relationships of a contemporary Aboriginal family.Stunning photographic illustrations by Eleanor Williams that bring Kevin's story to life.Shortlisted for the prestigious 1995 Australia Multicultural Children's Literature Award (Junor Section).The 3rd edition of this magnificent memoir, only available now after being out of print for 30 years, is now back by popular demand.Don't miss out on the chance to experience the heartwarming and timeless true story of Me and Mary Kangaroo. Pick up your copy by clicking the BUY NOW button at the top before the price changes, and immerse yourself in this unforgettable journey of friendship, family, and connection to country.
56 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1993
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March 25, 2015
An absolutely fabulous young persons story very much enjoyed by this not so young reader.
Beautiful flow of words. Incredibly descriptive phrases.
Absolutely cries out to be read aloud to let the words flow off the tongue, roll around in the mouth, tickle the taste buds and burst on the ears.
I read it silently and then had to re-read it to myself out loud for the pleasure of the sounds and story.
I hope many many many families continue to share this story, around a campfire, sitting together on a lounge, laying down at story time, anywhere....
Enjoy
Beautiful flow of words. Incredibly descriptive phrases.
Absolutely cries out to be read aloud to let the words flow off the tongue, roll around in the mouth, tickle the taste buds and burst on the ears.
I read it silently and then had to re-read it to myself out loud for the pleasure of the sounds and story.
I hope many many many families continue to share this story, around a campfire, sitting together on a lounge, laying down at story time, anywhere....
Enjoy
April 15, 2018
Beautiful read aloud about an aboriginal boy and his pet kangaroo living in the outback. The kids loved this book!
August 9, 2010
Went looking for a picture of the cover, but couldn't find it, which doesn't bode well for me being able to find a copy of the book in a month's time. (Indigenous literacy day, a day on which Australian bookstores will be donating part of their proceeds to the Indigenous Literacy Project).
While not set out as a verse novel, I believe it is one. As I was reading through it there was a definite lilt (not surprising, as Gilbert was a poet). The poetry was irregular, but there, and makes me wonder why it wasn't emphasised in the layout.
The story is gorgeous, and beautifully told. It does seem to come from much further in the past (the time of gigs and sulkies, as Gilbert writes) than I thought Gilbert himself was, but that's probably just my own ignorance. I can't actually remember whether the text makes it clear that this is a little black boy we're reading about, but the illustrations (photographs by Eleanor Williams) make it very clear. Any indigenous children reading this book would feel *very* included in the story, especially little boys.
I'm really glad I happened across this one in the badly organised bins of children's books at the library.
While not set out as a verse novel, I believe it is one. As I was reading through it there was a definite lilt (not surprising, as Gilbert was a poet). The poetry was irregular, but there, and makes me wonder why it wasn't emphasised in the layout.
The story is gorgeous, and beautifully told. It does seem to come from much further in the past (the time of gigs and sulkies, as Gilbert writes) than I thought Gilbert himself was, but that's probably just my own ignorance. I can't actually remember whether the text makes it clear that this is a little black boy we're reading about, but the illustrations (photographs by Eleanor Williams) make it very clear. Any indigenous children reading this book would feel *very* included in the story, especially little boys.
I'm really glad I happened across this one in the badly organised bins of children's books at the library.
May 8, 2014
5 out of 5 brilliant stars for a unique Australian tale.
I remember all those things, like magic moths with rainbow wings and spider webs with pearly dew, but the memory I love most is when I was a little boy and used to play with my friend Mary Kangaroo... A celebration of a special friendship, Me and Mary Kangaroo is a story for all ages, a lyrical, moving tale to be shared again and again.' says the publishers blurb and can't agree more.
This is a beautiful tale from the authors childhood and has been such a special book to share with my children.
I remember all those things, like magic moths with rainbow wings and spider webs with pearly dew, but the memory I love most is when I was a little boy and used to play with my friend Mary Kangaroo... A celebration of a special friendship, Me and Mary Kangaroo is a story for all ages, a lyrical, moving tale to be shared again and again.' says the publishers blurb and can't agree more.
This is a beautiful tale from the authors childhood and has been such a special book to share with my children.
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