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The secret river

The secret river

Grenville, Kate, 1950-
Book Club Kit 2005

In 1806 William Thornhill is transported from the slums of London to Australia as punishment for stealing. After serving his 8 year sentence, Thornhill sails up the Hawkesbury River to claim land for himself. But Aboriginal people already live along the river forcing Thornhill to make a difficult choice.

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ISBN:
9780006395386
9780002007115
9780002005982
0006395384
0002005980
Description:
10 books (334 pages) in a tote bag ; 22 cm + discussion guide
Notes:
Each kit contains 10 copies of the book, plus discussion questions
Kits can be requested by Palliser Regional Library patrons, as well as library card holders from other Saskatchewan regions. Email adminassistant@palliserlibrary.ca to book this kit
Control Number:
3321120
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