"Bunyip Land: A Story of Adventure in New Guinea" by George Manville Fenn is an adventure tale from the 1800s about Joe Carstairs, a brave Australian boy whose father disappeared while exploring New Guinea. Joe refuses to believe his father is gone and, against the wishes of some, puts together a search party. With a determined doctor, a helpful Aboriginal man called Jimmy, and a sneaky stowaway called Jack, Joe sails off to face whatever dangers New Guinea holds, hoping to find his father. The story teases at themes of courage and what happens when different cultures meet while highlighting the excitement of youth and the strong motivation of love for family.
Bunyip Land: A Story of Adventure in New Guinea
By George Manville Fenn
A young boy ignores everyone who doubts him to set sail for unexplored lands, hoping to rescue his father from a mysterious fate.
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About the AuthorGeorge Manville Fenn was a prolific English novelist, journalist, editor and educationalist. Many of his novels were written with young adults in mind. His final book was his biography of a fellow writer for juveniles, George Alfred Henty.
George Manville Fenn was a prolific English novelist, journalist, editor and educationalist. Many of his novels were written with young adults in mind. His final book was his biography of a fellow writer for juveniles, George Alfred Henty.
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