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"Set in Australia in the late 1970s, Monkey Grip follows single mother and writer Nora as she navigates the tumultuous cityscape of Melbourne's bohemian underground, often with her young daughter Gracie in tow. When Nora falls in love with the flighty Javo, she becomes snared in the web of his addiction. And as their tenuous relationship disintegrates, Nora struggles to ween herself off a love that feels impossible to live without."--
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Australien gilt als Traumziel für viele. Wer zum ersten Mal nach Down Under reist, der hakt oftmals die typischen Touristenziele ab: Sydney, die Blue Mountains, den Uluru, die Great Ocean Road und das Great Barrier Reef. Doch Australien hat noch weitaus mehr zu bieten. Allein der Bundesstaat New South Wales, in dem Sydney liegt, ist mit über 800.000 Quadratkilometern mehr als doppelt so groß wie Deutschland. Trotzdem leben keine acht Millionen...
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Vom Südlichen Wendekreis bei Rockhampton bis zum Cape York im Norden stellt dieser außergewöhnliche Reiseführer 50 Destinationen abseits der ausgetretenen Pfade im Norden Queenslands vor. Es geht zu den besten Tauchplätzen am Great Barrier Reef, auf einsame Inseln, durch üppigen Regenwald und karge Savanne bis ins trockene Outback. Naturfreunde werden traumhafte Nationalparks entdecken, die selbst Einheimische kaum kennen, und einer exotischen...
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Australien ist das beliebteste Reiseland für Work & Travel – mehr als 20.000 Deutsche folgen jedes Jahr dem Ruf der großen Freiheit. Und bald bist auch du einer von ihnen! Es gibt wohl kaum eine bessere Möglichkeit, Reisen it Jobben zu finanzieren und dabei völlig ungezwungen zu sein. Doch wie funktioniert Work & Travel eigentlich genau, was solltest du vor Abreise alles organisieren und welche Jobs bzw. Unterkünfte erwarten dich Down Under?...
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Von der Grenze New South Wales im Süden bis zum Südlichen Wendekreis bei Rockhampton im Norden stellt dieser außergewöhnliche Reiseführer 50 Destinationen abseits der ausgetretenen Pfade im Süden Queenslands vor. Es geht in feuchte Regenwälder, trockene Halbwüsten, tiefe Schluchten, auf hohe Berge und an traumhafte Strände. Besonders Naturliebhaber werden in den zahlreichen vorgestellten Nationalparks auf ihre Kosten kommen und einmalige...
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Der Reiseführer, mittlerweile in 2. Auflage erschienen, gibt aus erster Hand einen umfassenden Einblick in die wunderbare Art des Camperreisens in Australien. Angehende, aber auch erfahrene Wohnmobil-Urlauber erhalten darin Infos und Tipps zu folgenden Themen: • Straßenverhältnisse & Verkehrsregeln • Camper-Fahrzeugtypen & Vermieter • Kauf- und Mietbedingungen • Übernachtungsmöglichkeiten • Camping-Alltag & Streckenplanung Deutlich...
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Eigentlich wollten sie nur mal weg von allem! Einen Traum verwirklichen und einfach mal losziehen. Sich eine Auszeit gönnen. Nur wo? Holland und Ostwestfalen-Lippe kennen sie schon. Warum dann nicht ans andere Ende der Welt? Auszeit! Drei Monate reist ein ganz normales Ehepaar um die Vierzig mit einem alten Camper, zwei Rucksäcken und einem Malkoffer durch Neuseeland. Dabei lernen sie das Land der langen weißen Wolke mit seiner wechselhaften Geschichte...
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After selling his start-up business, Sam has the kind of money only dreams are made of. Young, and married to the love of his life, it's time for Sam to enjoy his good fortune. That is, until Sam's Chief Financial Officer is taken hostage by a ruthless criminal demanding a document in his possession. A brutal murder follows, Sam is the prime suspect, and soon he and his wife, Lauren, are on the run from both the police and a faceless network of conspirators...
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A dark chapter in Australia's wartime history has often been minimised or overlooked in mainstream history books. This collection of five scholarly essays, and 15 testimonials, offers new insights into the deeply personal experiences of Italian Australians whose families experienced World War II on the home front. It is the first such compilation by authors originating from northern, central, and southern Italian provinces, and from five Australian...
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Things That Get You is a philosophical approach to the essential questions of life. It dives into ideas of life and mortality and muses on the connections between humanity and nature.
Hubbard's poetry explores the importance of love and family in this modern world. He discusses what it means to be a father, a husband, and a man.
Hubbard's thoughtful approach and beautifully crafted verses paints a vivid landscape of the nature of life in mid-western...
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This is the story of Australia's 3RAR in the Korean War, culminating in the Battle of Kapyong in April 1951, where an Australian battalion held back an entire division of the Chinese army and prevented Seoul from being overrun - the only time Australians have fought Chinese troops. The focus is on the first-hand experiences of the soldiers - brave and resourceful larrikins - and on their brilliant commanders, Lieutenant-Colonel Charlie Green and Major...
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Wobbles spans the physical, psychological and spiritual growth of an athlete from childhood into her stature as a fierce, Olympic competitor.
When Nadine Neumann decides that she wants to be an Olympic swimmer at age eight, she trades a normal life of school friends and parties for the rigours of elite sports training.
With acute honesty, wisdom and humour, Nadine spins readers through the heartaches and loneliness of a different kind of adolescence....
16) Sound and Bundy
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Inspired by the Ern Malley affair, Sound and Bundy takes a new approach to the verse novel format. Presenting the works of four fictional poets in anthology form, it invites readers to draw together disparate accounts and to create their own conclusions as to what really happened.
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Australia's most amazing characters of the convict age.
In Heroes, Rebels and Radicals of Convict Australia, our master storyteller Jim Haynes has collected a fascinating cast of characters who embody the resourcefulness, bravery, defiance, successes and tragedies of the convict era, the men and women who forged the nation we would one day become.
There's Joseph Banks, the true founder of the colony; Surgeon John White, the saviour of the First...
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"A botanical illustration of a butterfly, a missing baby, and a twisty mystery fifty years in the making. 1868, Morpeth. Theodora Breckenridge, still in mourning after the loss of her parents and brother at sea, is more interested in working quietly on her art at the family's country estate than she is in finding a husband in Sydney society, even if her elder sister Florence has other ideas. Theodora seeks to emulate prestigious nature illustrators,...
19) Making New Zealand Your Home: A Practical Guide to Relocating, Settling, and Thriving in Aotearoa
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Are you dreaming of a life in New Zealand, the Land of the Long White Cloud? "Making New Zealand Your Home" is your essential companion for turning that dream into reality. This comprehensive guide takes you on a journey from the initial decision to relocate all the way to embracing the Kiwi way of life.New Zealand, with its stunning landscapes, friendly communities, and high quality of life, has long been a top destination for people seeking a fresh...
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Unlock the Door to Your Australian AdventureAre you ready to embark on a life-changing journey to the land of boundless opportunities, stunning landscapes, and friendly locals? "Your Guide to Moving to Australia" is your key to making this dream a reality.This comprehensive handbook simplifies the complexities of moving to and living in Australia, offering a step-by-step roadmap for your adventure. From deciphering the visa process to navigating the...
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