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Storm Boy: 60th Anniversary Edition Kindle Edition

by Colin Thiele (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 371 ratings
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Storm boy and his father live alone in a humpy among the sandhills between the Southern Ocean and the Coorong - a lonely, narrow waterway that runs parallel to a long stretch of the South Australian coast. Among the teeming birdlife of the Coorong, Storm Boy finds an injured young pelican whose life he saves. From then on, Storm boy and Mr Percival the pelican become inseparable friends and spend their days exploring the wave-beaten shore and the drifting sandhills. Mr Percival learns to help Storm Boy's father with his fishing and warn the other birdlife whenever poachers are coming, but his part in rescuing a shipwrecked crew leads to great changes in Storm Boy's life.
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  1. Print length
    37 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    New Holland Publishers
  4. Accessibility
    Learn more
  5. Publication date
    26 September 2011
  6. Grade level
    4 - 6
  7. File size
    13.4 MB
  8. Page Flip
    Enabled
  9. Word Wise
    Enabled
  10. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
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About the Author

Colin Milton Thiele AC was an Australian author and educator. He was renowned for his award-winning children's fiction, most notably the novels Storm Boy, Blue Fin, the Sun on the Stubble series, and February Dragon

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B005Q45ABE
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ New Holland Publishers
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 26 September 2011
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 50th Anniversary
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 13.4 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 37 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1921655524
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 6
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 371 ratings

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Customers find this book to be a good read, particularly suitable for primary school-aged children. Moreover, they appreciate its emotional depth, with one customer noting it's filled with life lessons about kindness. Additionally, the storytelling receives positive feedback, with one customer describing it as vivid.

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8 customers mention ‘Readability’8 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and suitable for primary school-aged children.

"storm boy was a great book . with even better plot. I watched the movie too but the book was far better.It was sad but still a beautiful story." Read more

"Good book to read. Really enjoyed going back to childhood. Good book to read yep really good to read yay" Read more

"A good read. I was thrilled to know my 8 year old son also read the book from his school." Read more

"...A must-read for all ages!" Read more

4 customers mention ‘Emotion level’4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's emotional depth, with one review highlighting its life lessons about kindness and another noting its beautiful portrayal of the bond between humans and nature.

""Storm Boy" is a timeless classic that touched my daughter deeply...." Read more

"Really nice book about relationships of all sorts. Great book to read for primary school aged kids and their patents" Read more

"...What a delightful story! It took me through many emotions, but overall it is heartwarming and I have been recommending it to everyone I come accros!" Read more

"Great book really full of emotion and feeling. I recommend this book to everyone who love emotional books...." Read more

3 customers mention ‘Storytelling’3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the storytelling in the book, with one describing it as vivid.

"...to generations of readers, and my daughter was captivated by the vivid storytelling and emotional depth...." Read more

"storm boy was a great book . with even better plot. I watched the movie too but the book was far better.It was sad but still a beautiful story." Read more

"...What a delightful story! It took me through many emotions, but overall it is heartwarming and I have been recommending it to everyone I come accros!" Read more

Top reviews from Australia

  • TBZ
    5.0 out of 5 stars timeless work
    Reviewed in Australia on 20 September 2024
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    "Storm Boy" is a timeless classic that touched my daughter deeply. This beautifully written story of friendship between a boy and a pelican, set against the stunning Australian coastline, is a heartwarming tale of compassion and the bond between humans and nature. The 60th Anniversary Edition feels like a tribute to generations of readers, and my daughter was captivated by the vivid storytelling and emotional depth. It’s a book that leaves a lasting impression, filled with life lessons about kindness, love, and letting go. A must-read for all ages!
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  • craig hurdle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Storm Boy
    Reviewed in Australia on 1 March 2019
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    I gave it a five star rating as it was a great read
    Storm Boy is a young child of 10yrs old he finds a pelican that he saved
    He was called Mr Percivil that was his friend
    Mr Percervil saved some sailors out in a storm so the sailors said about putting Storm Boy to school
    In the meantime Mr Percivil tried to stop hunters from shooting birds and got shot himself and a few days later he died and buried him in the sandhills and ended up going to school
    It was a great short read the movie years ago was good and sad
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  • Laura
    4.0 out of 5 stars great family read
    Reviewed in Australia on 4 August 2014
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    Really nice book about relationships of all sorts. Great book to read for primary school aged kids and their patents
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  • Wynne Austin
    5.0 out of 5 stars great book
    Reviewed in Australia on 19 April 2019
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    storm boy was a great book . with even better plot. I watched the movie too but the book was far better.It was sad but still a beautiful story.
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  • Rebecca King
    5.0 out of 5 stars I had always heard of this book, but only ...
    Reviewed in Australia on 10 August 2015
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    I had always heard of this book, but only read it just recently. What a delightful story! It took me through many emotions, but overall it is heartwarming and I have been recommending it to everyone I come accros!
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  • Kadeyn Cox
    5.0 out of 5 stars Storm Boy review by Kadeyn Cox
    Reviewed in Australia on 11 February 2014
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    Great book really full of emotion and feeling.

    I recommend this book to everyone who love emotional books.

    I give this book a five star rating because frankly it deserves it.

    Mr Percival forever
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  • Jess
    5.0 out of 5 stars Storm boy
    Reviewed in Australia on 5 August 2015
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    Good book to read. Really enjoyed going back to childhood. Good book to read yep really good to read yay
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  • Vivienne May Beddoe
    4.0 out of 5 stars Australian Classic
    Reviewed in Australia on 26 January 2019
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    I read this book because I had taken my granddaughters to see the film. The book is so beautifully written and evkes the landscape of the Coorong so well. Its message of sanctuary is just as relevant today.
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  • Notme08
    5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional short stories
    Reviewed in Canada on 7 February 2021
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    Riveting and capturing right from the first word. Have been reading these stories aloud to my 10 year old; we love the quality of the writing and the sharpness of the story telling. Highly recommend.
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  • Cindy C.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Touching and compassionate!
    Reviewed in the United States on 22 February 2023
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    This is a beautiful story of a little boy and his love of nature and a wounded baby pelican he finds and bonds with. I saw the movie, which of course, takes some liberties, but stands on its own and stays true to the book. Anyone who loves nature and all God's creatures will love this book. It is compassionate and touching. It is considered a children's book, but it is a book for all ages.
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  • Neat
    5.0 out of 5 stars A really enjoyable book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 December 2018
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    Yes it was a tear jerker in parts. Made you think about the good and bad in the world and how people are so different. Would recommend is book.
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  • Anthony
    5.0 out of 5 stars Memories to share with daughter
    Reviewed in the United States on 26 October 2023
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    Reading it to my daughter, brings back memories. Good condition, delivered as stated, thanks
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  • Red October
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Australian story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 May 2021
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    Wonderful story - highly recommend for children
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