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Rabbit-proof Fence Paperback – 20 Nov. 2002

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Three mixed-race Australian girls, having been taken from their Aboriginal families, escape and return home on foot, without supplies or gear, while trying to evade recapture, in an account based on a true story.
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  1. Print length
    142 pages
  2. Language
    English
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    Miramax Books
  4. Publication date
    20 Nov. 2002
  5. Grade level
    7 - 9
  6. Dimensions
    13.18 x 20.32 cm
  7. ISBN-10
    0786887842
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0786887842
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Miramax Books (20 Nov. 2002)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 142 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0786887842
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0786887842
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.18 x 20.32 cm
  • Customer reviews:
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Customers find the book an enjoyable read with a captivating storyline. They appreciate the informative and emotional content about the struggles of half-caste people. The book provides valuable background and historical information that complements the film.

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Customers find the book easy to read. They appreciate the interesting storyline and well-written content. The book is described as a simple yet captivating tale that leaves readers inspired.

"...A simple story, beautifully told and one to leave you awe inspired and full of respect. A solid four stars...." Read more

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21 customers mention ‘Story quality’21 positive0 negative

Customers find the story captivating, interesting, and inspiring. They describe it as an emotional read about half-caste girls returning home. The book is described as a beautifully told and evocative read about Australian history.

"'Rabbit-Proof Fence' is the short, but completely captivating story of three girls escape from a half-caste aboriginal centre and their epic, long..." Read more

"A simple story which leaves the reader indignant about institutional racism and sympathetic to the real characters involved...." Read more

"Bearing in mind this was written by the daughter, it was both interesting and informative of what happened to half cast children of white/aboriginal..." Read more

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Customers find the book informative and a great resource. They mention it is an interesting tale of struggle and determination.

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"...mind this was written by the daughter, it was both interesting and informative of what happened to half cast children of white/aboriginal parents..." Read more

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Customers find the book easy to use and straightforward. They mention it provides a simple treatment of a moving personal tale in an efficient reportage style.

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  • Liz
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 January 2021
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    I read the book in a couple of days, it is a very short story and harrowing what the Aborigine families went through, particularly young girls as in this true story, I have also bought the DVD which I have not yet viewed
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  • Sarugumo
    4.0 out of 5 stars Rabbit-Proof Fence
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 July 2008
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    'Rabbit-Proof Fence' is the short, but completely captivating story of three girls escape from a half-caste aboriginal centre and their epic, long walk home back to their families. This book is simply written, but extremely evocative and can easily be read in a couple of hours. But, for those hours, you will live and breathe the lives of these tenacious and brave girls completely. Written by the daughter of one of the girls (Molly) and pieced together from recollections and telegram records, this book charts what the human spirit is capable of and what bravery was shown by the girls to get back to their homes. A simple story, beautifully told and one to leave you awe inspired and full of respect. A solid four stars.

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  • Denis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ok
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 December 2023
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  • paul harland
    3.0 out of 5 stars An easy read.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 May 2015
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    A simple story which leaves the reader indignant about institutional racism and sympathetic to the real characters involved. Straightforward efficient reportage yes, but a curious text for an English Literature course. There could be accusations of 'dumbing down'!
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  • Tina McGeorge
    5.0 out of 5 stars Follow the Rabbit Proof Fence
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 May 2014
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    I read it as a follow-up to seeing the film. There is much more background and historical information in the book than in the film about the tragedy of the stolen generation. The map shows what an amazing feat Doris's mother achieved through sheer determination and courage. The book is a treasure.
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  • penelope anne cannell
    5.0 out of 5 stars A book I will keep for ever
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 December 2020
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    Ive been wanting to read this book for ages
    I just couldn’t put it down
    Great read
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  • Alison Denham
    4.0 out of 5 stars Prompt, cheap but not as described.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 November 2014
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    The book arrived promptly, and really, I only paid for the p+p of it. I'm not sure I would have selected the item had I known that the pages were heavily highlighted in 4 different coloured pens, as well as being heavily annotated. In this respect the book wasn't as described. Still, I've read the short book prior to my big trip to Aus and can marvel at what students think they have to know.
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  • Mark Frost
    5.0 out of 5 stars All good
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 December 2022
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    Arrived on time, good price, no hassles.
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  • Ramakrishnasarma Muralitharan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Super
    Reviewed in Germany on 17 October 2024
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  • Giulia
    5.0 out of 5 stars "Their journey reveals a past more cruel than we could ever imagine"
    Reviewed in Italy on 30 March 2021
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    Un bel libro che fa riflettere molto sulla storia coloniale in Australia, un aspetto che normalmente non viene trattato abbastanza durante il percorso scolastico.
    La lettura è scorrevole e il linguaggio perfettamente comprensibile anche se non si è di madrelingua inglese.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars "Their journey reveals a past more cruel than we could ever imagine"
    Reviewed in Italy on 30 March 2021
    Un bel libro che fa riflettere molto sulla storia coloniale in Australia, un aspetto che normalmente non viene trattato abbastanza durante il percorso scolastico.
    La lettura è scorrevole e il linguaggio perfettamente comprensibile anche se non si è di madrelingua inglese.
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  • GBC
    5.0 out of 5 stars inspirational story
    Reviewed in Australia on 27 April 2023
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    What brave and determined young girls to complete the escape from the terrible place they were taken to by ignorant white men.
    It’s a shame on white Australia the atrocities they committed against the indigenous people
    Well done to Molly for knowing what was wrong and pushing on to get back home.
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  • Pedrete
    5.0 out of 5 stars Libro entretenido
    Reviewed in Spain on 11 May 2018
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    Envío rápido y muy económico. Libro entretenido y fácil de leer en ingles. Mucho mejor que la película. Historia bonita
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  • Karin VL
    5.0 out of 5 stars Encore un parfait outil de travail
    Reviewed in France on 22 February 2017
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    L'élève pour qui j'ai acheté ce livre a adoré l'histoire. Le niveau est tel que promis, bien ajusté donc, et a permis la progression que j'avais prévue. L'aspect culturel sur l'Australie et le peuple aborigène n'est pas négligeable.
    Je recommande vivement l'ouvrage.
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