TY  - BOOK
AU  - Bruce,Mary Grant
TI  - A Little Bush Maid
AV  - PRPZ 
PY  - 2005///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Adventure stories, Australian
KW  - Country life -- Australia -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Australia -- Social conditions -- Juvenile fiction
N1  - Release date is 2005-08-01; An Anonymous Volunteer and David Widger; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "A Little Bush Maid" by Mary Grant Bruce is a children's novel from the early 20th century. The story centers around Norah, a spirited young girl growing up in the isolated yet vibrant environment of Billabong Station in northern Victoria, Australia. Through her adventures with her friends, family, and beloved animals, the narrative explores her experiences in the beautiful and challenging Australian bush.  The opening of "A Little Bush Maid" introduces readers to Norah and her home at Billabong Station, where she enjoys the freedom and wild beauty of rural life. The character of Norah comes alive as she interacts with her surroundings, her brother Jim, and the diverse array of animals she cherishes. The descriptions highlight her adventurous spirit, as she relishes the joys of outdoor life, from riding her pony Bobs to caring for her pets and exploring the vast land around her home. We also learn about her close relationship with her father, their shared tasks, and the challenges of growing up in a remote area, including the absence of her mother and the dynamics of the bush community. This engaging beginning sets a vivid and inviting stage for the developments to follow in Norah's journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8730
ER  -