Title

So Far from Skye

Author

O’Neill, Judith

Publisher

Penguin Books

Published Date

1992

Annotation

This historical novel follows the displacement of Scottish migrants sent to Australia during the 1850s. The time and setting of Scotland and Australia and on board the ship reveal the hardships and courage of those involved.

Key Concepts

Hope, History, Immigration, Resilience

Audience

Secondary

AC Links/EYLF

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