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The Shop Train

ISBN: 9781922613233 ISBN: 9781922613233 ISBN: 9781922613233 ISBN: 9781922613233

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A heartwarming story about Rosie and her mum, inspired by similar journeys author Josie Wowolla Boyle took as a girl, this beautiful book is filled with Paul Seden’s evocative illustrations.The Shop Train was inspired by the Tea and Sugar train that began operating in 1917 to provide supplies and services for rail workers and people living in remote communities between Port Augusta in South Australia and Kalgoorlie in Western Australia.

The Shop Train is a heartwarming story about Rosie and her mum, and the rickety journey in their old car to pick up stores from the shop train. The train carried everything they needed, and was an exciting time for all who lived near its tracks. Rosie and her mum slowly wind their way through Wonghi country, on its dusty tracks and never-ending horizon, until they reach the train, brimming with activity and treasures from other places.

Paul Seden’s evocative illustrations effortlessly capture a bygone era, rendering the past with a deep sense of nostalgia, whilst the story is inspired by similar journeys author Josie Wowolla Boyle took as a young girl.


Recommended ages 5-9 years


Author: Josie Wowolla Boyle
Hardback
32 pages
25 x 25 cm

Format: Hardcover

Dimensions: 20cm x 15cm x 1 cm

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