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Bridget Farmer

I am a Magpie, I am a Currawong

I am a Magpie, I am a Currawong

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From magpies to currawongs, from finches to thornbills, this hardcover book introduces readers to a few little details to look out for when in Australian gardens and parks, on the beach or in the bush. It is a book about noticing, and the more you look the more you see in the natural world around you!

Perfect for preschoolers discovering birds in their neighbourhood, or for early readers learning through rhyme. Printed on sturdy recycled paper, with thick pages. Its compact format is ideal for little hands.

Illustrated using hand coloured drypoint etchings this CBCA-shortlisted book is both a visual and educational delight. 

Features:

  • Hardback 
  • 28 pages
  • Size: 19.5cm x 16.5cm x 1cm - designed for small hands.
  • Illustrations created using traditional printmaking techniques and watercolour paint.
  • Recycled paper

Praise for the Book

"'A thing of beauty is a joy forever’ ... an expression just right for this book" - Dr Belle Alderman AM, Emeritus Professor of Children's Literature, University of Canberra.

“The book’s overall warmth and charm, along with the inclusion of a 'featured birds' list and the author’s note, make it an excellent addition to any home or school library. It’s a book that children and adults alike will treasure, offering both educational value and a lovely reading experience” - Children’s Book Council of Australia.
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About the Author

Bridget Farmer

Originally from Northern Ireland, Bridget attended art college in Scotland, studying jewellery, before coming to Australia in 2005. Initially Bridget came over to visit friends but fell in love with the country (and a certain Australian man) and stayed much longer than she expected.

On arrival in Australia Bridget attended a weekend printmaking course and the technique just clicked for her. It was a natural continuation of Bridget's love of drawing.

Bridget has always been interested in birds. Upon arrival in Australia, Bridget felt like she was in a new world, very far from home, mostly because of the birds. "I didn’t quite believe my friends when they told me about swooping magpies! After constant questions of 'What’s that bird? oooh! What’s that one?'" Bridget's friends gifted her an Australian bird book and she set about familiarising herself with all the exotic species. Bridget uses birds as her inspiration for her creations and says "it is my way of continuing to learn about them. There’s so much more to know!"

Now, she calls Guildford in country Victoria home with her musician husband, two young sons, Viktor the little black griffon and a whole flock of chickens.

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