The Australian Book of Heroism

Nonfiction, History
Cover of the book The Australian Book of Heroism by Larry Writer, Allen & Unwin
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Larry Writer ISBN: 9781742665580
Publisher: Allen & Unwin Publication: July 1, 2010
Imprint: Murdoch Books Language: English
Author: Larry Writer
ISBN: 9781742665580
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Publication: July 1, 2010
Imprint: Murdoch Books
Language: English

Continuing on as a series from The Australian Book of True Crime, this book tells the amazing stories of Australian heroes throughout history. Each chapter focuses on a different hero from the 19th century through to the modern day. Some heroes are ordinary people accomplishing extraordinary deeds in their daily jobs like Dr Fiona Wood who created plastic skin which has saved the lives of numerous burn victims, including those maimed in the Bali bombing. Other heroes display incredible bravery during times of war such as Tom Diver Derrick, a WWII hero who Major Peter Cosgrove has called Australia's greatest-ever soldier. From explorers, soldiers, doctors and nurses to charity workers, religious figures, and everyday mothers and fathers, Larry Writer offers a fascinating look into the life of some truly inspirational Australians

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Continuing on as a series from The Australian Book of True Crime, this book tells the amazing stories of Australian heroes throughout history. Each chapter focuses on a different hero from the 19th century through to the modern day. Some heroes are ordinary people accomplishing extraordinary deeds in their daily jobs like Dr Fiona Wood who created plastic skin which has saved the lives of numerous burn victims, including those maimed in the Bali bombing. Other heroes display incredible bravery during times of war such as Tom Diver Derrick, a WWII hero who Major Peter Cosgrove has called Australia's greatest-ever soldier. From explorers, soldiers, doctors and nurses to charity workers, religious figures, and everyday mothers and fathers, Larry Writer offers a fascinating look into the life of some truly inspirational Australians

More books from Allen & Unwin

Cover of the book A Stout Pair of Boots by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Telling True Stories by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Leadership Beyond Good Intentions by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Rule No. 5: No Sex On The Bus. Confessions Of A Tour Leader by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Helping Kids Achieve Their Best by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Texas by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Zafir: Through My Eyes by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Mess We're In by Larry Writer
Cover of the book My Other Wife is a Car by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Banana Heart Summer by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Mr Wilkinson's Favourite Vegetables: Autumn by Larry Writer
Cover of the book The Corner of Your Eye by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Book of Lost Threads by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Winx: The authorised biography by Larry Writer
Cover of the book Power to Burn by Larry Writer
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy