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The rabbits

The rabbits

Children's BooksNature
Pages
32
Published
1999
Language
English

Synopsis

This picture book uses rabbits, a species introduced to Australia, to tell an allegorical story about the arrival of Europeans and the resulting environmental destruction across the continent. It's a sophisticated tale designed for young readers.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingMelancholic

Genres

Children's Books Nature

Authors

J
John Marsden

Australian writer of young adult fiction and school principal

S
Shaun Tan

Shaun Tan is an author and artist known for his visually rich and imaginative books, including The Arrival and The Lost Thing. His stories often explore themes of memory, migration, and the search for belonging, appealing to readers of all ages.