The First Shearing (1904)

By Marie Batterham Lindesay

Book Overview

The First Shearing is a novel written by Marie Batterham Lindesay and published in 1904. The story is set in rural Australia and follows the life of a young girl named Doreen, who is sent to live with her aunt and uncle on their sheep farm after her parents die.As Doreen adjusts to life on the farm, she becomes fascinated with the process of shearing the sheep and the hard work that goes into it. She befriends the shearers and helps out around the farm, learning about the harsh realities of rural life and the struggles that come with it.The novel also explores themes of family, friendship, and the importance of community. As Doreen becomes more involved in the farm and the lives of those around her, she begins to understand the value of hard work and the bonds that connect people in difficult times.Overall, The First Shearing is a heartwarming and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of early 20th century Australian farmers and the challenges they faced. It is a story of resilience, perseverance, and the power of human connection.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437109152
• ISBN13: 9781437109153
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"