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This edition brings to life the tale of a young boy's friendship with a tree frog, a heartening story that blends adventure with cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor young adult readers, \u003cem\u003eNjunjul the Sun\u003c\/em\u003e is a powerful narrative about self-discovery and embracing one's identity. Pryor's voice shines brightly, guiding readers on a journey of adolescence, family, and cultural connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShake A Leg\u003c\/em\u003e is an engaging children's story that invites readers to explore deliciously diverse cultural tastes and rhythms. The book is a delightful celebration of food, dance, and the joy of storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eStory Doctors\u003c\/em\u003e, Pryor offers a healing narrative that seeks to mend past wounds through the power of stories, encouraging young readers to understand and empathise with Indigenous history and perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, \u003cem\u003eThe Binna Binna Man\u003c\/em\u003e follows up on \u003cem\u003eMy Girragundji\u003c\/em\u003e, offering a profound continuation that deals with themes of heritage and community belonging, blending youthful curiosity with cultural wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach of these works is a testament to Boori Monty Pryor's commitment to sharing rich and insightful stories. Dive into this collection and explore the beauty and depth of Indigenous Australian storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"njunjul-the-sun-by-boori-monty-pryor-9781865086415","title":"Njunjul the Sun","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBOORI MONTY PRYOR: AUSTRALIA'S CHILDREN'S LAUREATE 2012-13\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'I'm heading out on m'own, down the highway to the big city. Going south. I lost my taste for knowing the old ways. I'm wanting what's new. What's exciting, what's out there on the other side of town. That's what got me on this bus. I gotta get out, see. This is my chance. My chance to do something.'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut in the city, you can feel like you don't exist any more. You can't always see the sun when it comes up, or lie down safe when it sets. 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