Description
Discover Bridie's Fire, a captivating historical novel that transports readers to the heart of the 1840s. This beautifully crafted story follows Bridie, a young girl whose life is shattered by the Great Hunger. Losing her parents and infant brother, she embarks on a courageous journey from Ireland to Australia, determined to forge a new life across the ocean. This poignant tale of resilience and adventure highlights the strength of the human spirit and the importance of hope.
Written by acclaimed author Kirsty Murray, Bridie's Fire is part of the Children of the Wind quartet, which chronicles the lives of four remarkable young individuals—Bridie, Billy, Colm, and Maeve—over fifty years. Each character learns and grows, connecting through time, offering readers a rich tapestry of historical experience. Bridie's story is a profound exploration of love, loss, and the unbreakable bonds of family.
Ideal for children and young adults, this award-winning novel was recognized by the Children’s Book Council as one of the Notable Books of 2004. With 264 pages of engaging narrative, Bridie's Fire promises to capture the hearts of readers and inspire them with its themes of courage and perseverance. It's a fantastic addition to any educational library or personal collection.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781865087276
Year: 2003
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 264
Delivery Information: Enjoy prompt delivery to your doorstep, ensuring that you receive this incredible historical adventure as soon as possible.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781865087276
Year: 2003
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 264
Description:
Bridie's world is torn apart when her parents and baby brother die in the Great Hunger. She leaves Ireland, and strikes out alone to claim a life for herself in Australia, on the other side of the ocean.
Bridie's Fire is heart-warming story of courage and resilience. It affirms Kirsty Murray's keen understanding of the human spirit. Starting in the 1840s and ending in present-day Australia. The Children of the Wind quartet tells the stories of four courageous young people, Bridie, Billy, Colm and Maeve, born fifty years apart. The central character from each book becomes a mentor to the child in the next.
A well crafted and finely tuned historical novel.a rollicking adventure. -
Children's Book Council, Notable Books 2004
I loved it! Really, I couldn't put it down. It's such an inspiration . . . my favourite book in the world. - Georgia, Year 8
Written by acclaimed author Kirsty Murray, Bridie's Fire is part of the Children of the Wind quartet, which chronicles the lives of four remarkable young individuals—Bridie, Billy, Colm, and Maeve—over fifty years. Each character learns and grows, connecting through time, offering readers a rich tapestry of historical experience. Bridie's story is a profound exploration of love, loss, and the unbreakable bonds of family.
Ideal for children and young adults, this award-winning novel was recognized by the Children’s Book Council as one of the Notable Books of 2004. With 264 pages of engaging narrative, Bridie's Fire promises to capture the hearts of readers and inspire them with its themes of courage and perseverance. It's a fantastic addition to any educational library or personal collection.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781865087276
Year: 2003
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 264
Delivery Information: Enjoy prompt delivery to your doorstep, ensuring that you receive this incredible historical adventure as soon as possible.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781865087276
Year: 2003
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 264
Description:
Bridie's world is torn apart when her parents and baby brother die in the Great Hunger. She leaves Ireland, and strikes out alone to claim a life for herself in Australia, on the other side of the ocean.
Bridie's Fire is heart-warming story of courage and resilience. It affirms Kirsty Murray's keen understanding of the human spirit. Starting in the 1840s and ending in present-day Australia. The Children of the Wind quartet tells the stories of four courageous young people, Bridie, Billy, Colm and Maeve, born fifty years apart. The central character from each book becomes a mentor to the child in the next.
A well crafted and finely tuned historical novel.a rollicking adventure. -
Children's Book Council, Notable Books 2004
I loved it! Really, I couldn't put it down. It's such an inspiration . . . my favourite book in the world. - Georgia, Year 8