Jamal and Bibi have a dream. To lead Australia to soccer glory in the next World Cup. But first they must face landmines, pirates, storms and assassins. Can Jamal and his family survive their incredible journey and get to Australia?
Adapted for the stage by Patricia Cornelius from Morris Gleitzman's best-selling novel, Boy Overboard depicts a deeply human side of the 'asylum seeker' issue by following the journey of Jamal and Bibi from Afghanistan to Australia. Based on real life events, this is a moving play about young people overcoming the confusion of war, politics and the search for a safe haven.
By:
Morris Gleitzman Adapted by:
Patricia Cornelius Imprint: Currency Press Country of Publication: Australia Dimensions:
Height: 205mm,
Width: 125mm,
Spine: 10mm
Weight: 108g ISBN:9780868198071 ISBN 10: 0868198072 Pages: 96 Publication Date:20 August 2007 Audience:
Children/juvenile
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English as a second language
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active