Description

Fairbridge Kid Prose Books by John Lane.

Synopsis

Title: Fairbridge Kid
Author/Publisher: John Lane, Fairbridge Western Australia
Publication Year: 2000
Format: Illustrated Paperback, Signed

Fairbridge Kid by John Lane is a poignant non-fiction account published in 2000 by Fairbridge Western Australia. This important work falls under the genre of Biographies & True Stories, offering readers a personal insight into a significant chapter of Australian social history.

The title 'Fairbridge Kid' strongly suggests a narrative rooted in the experiences of the Fairbridge Farm Schools scheme, a programme that brought thousands of British child migrants to Australia. As a first-person account, it provides a unique and invaluable perspective on life within these institutions, covering themes of childhood, displacement, and resilience for an adult audience.

• Life at Fairbridge: Lane’s narrative likely delves into the daily routines, challenges, and experiences of children growing up within the Fairbridge Farm School system, detailing the unique environment and formative years spent there.
• Historical Insights: Beyond the personal story, the book offers valuable historical context to the Fairbridge scheme itself, shedding light on its operations, objectives, and the broader social implications for child migrants in Australia.
• Visual Record: The inclusion of illustrations enhances the narrative, providing a visual complement to the text and offering a tangible connection to the people and places described within John Lane’s recollections.

This signed paperback edition of Fairbridge Kid represents a significant collectible, offering a direct connection to the author and the deeply personal history he recounts. It is an essential acquisition for those interested in Australian social history, childhood migration, or personal testimonies from the Fairbridge scheme.

Condition

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