Digit Dick And The Tasmanian Devil
By Leslie Rees
Illustrations by Walter Cunningham
Published by John Sands Pty Ltd: Sydney & Melbourne 1946 (
This book has no date: 1946 (The National library of Australia)
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Digit Dick and the Tasmanian Devil by Leslie Rees, first published in 1946, is a classic Australian children's book that follows the adventures of Digit Dick, a tiny boy who embarks on a daring journey to Tasmania. Flying perilously on the open wing of a plane, Digit Dick arrives in the Tasmanian highlands, where he encounters a community of local birds and animals living in fear of the carnivorous marsupial, the Tasmanian devil. With the assistance of the Aboriginal snow lady, Truganini, he confronts the feared creature in the mountainous terrain, aiming to dispel the exaggerated fears and restore harmony among the bushland inhabitants.
Leslie Rees, an esteemed Australian writer born in 1905, was renowned for his contributions to children's literature, travel books, and drama. His Digit Dick series, including this installment, captivated young readers with tales of adventure and exploration across Australia's diverse landscapes. Rees's storytelling, combined with vivid illustrations by artists like Walter Cunningham, brought to life the unique fauna and environments of Australia, fostering a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world among his audience."
Light wear with some creasing, minor damage etc to covers as shown. There are no inscriptions. Pages with a pleasant aged tone otherwise clean, crisp and beautifully presented. Binding is in good order with no loose pages. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.
