
Her discussion includes a particular focus on her novel Bridie's Fire. 3-5 ) Abstract Kirsty Murray explores the idea that storytelling, not least for young people, reflects and strengthens cultural identity.

Magpies : Talking About Books for Children, November vol.Ģ003 single work children's fiction Untitled Sue Page,ġ 2004 (p. Viewpoint : On Books for Young Adults, Summer vol.Ģ003 single work children's fiction Untitled Margaret Robson Kett, Untitled Sue Page,Īustralian Bookseller & Publisher, November vol. Viewpoint : On Books for Young Adults, Autumn vol.ġ 2004 (p. The Children of the Wind quartet tells the stories of four courageous young people, Bridie, Billy, Colm and Maeve, born fifty years apart. Starting in the 1840s and ending in present-day Australia. 2003, Bridie's fire / Kirsty Murray Allen & Unwin Crows Nest, N.S.W Wikipedia Citation Please see Wikipedia's template documentation for further citation fields that may be required. It affirms Kirsty Murrays keen understanding of the human spirit.

Containing an array of details, the story transports us from poverty stricken Ireland into the splendour of colonial Victoria. Bridie's Fire is a compelling story set in the 1840s Ireland and Australia. Reading Time : The Journal of the Children's Book Council of Australia, February vol.Ģ003 single work children's fiction Untitled 2004 single work review - Appears in:Ģ003 single work children's fiction Of Songs and Stories (It's Your Dreaming) Kirsty Murray, Bridies Fire is heart-warming story of courage and resilience. Bridie's Fire is a gripping read for 10 to 14 year olds, creating a deep sense of time and place which will draw the young reader in. Fiction Focus : New Titles for Teenagers, vol.Ģ003 single work children's fiction Untitled Sue Clancy,
