
Title
Light Horse Boy
Author
Wolfer, Dianne
Illustrator
Simmonds, Brian
Publisher
Fremantle Press
Published Date
2013
Annotation
In 1914, Jim, aged 17 and his friend, Charlie, leave the Australian outback for life in the Light Horse. Many perspectives including photographs, illustrations, primary sources such as letters provide a realistic insight into this time period and particular experience. Companion work to the author’s Lighthorse Girl.
Key Concepts
Family, History, Relationships, War
Audience
Primary, Secondary
AC Links/EYLF
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