Anila's Journey by Mary Finn

Anila's Journey by Mary Finn

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An advert in the "Calcutta Gazette" is looking for an apprentice to accompany a scholar on an expedition to record avian life in Bengal. How can Anila Tandy, left to fend for herself in a city of rogues, dare to apply for a position that is clearly not meant for her? But the talented "Bird Girl of Calcutta" has never shrunk from a challenge.

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Anila's Journey by Mary Finn

Menace and mystery lie in wait on a young girl's journey of discovery in this powerful work of historical fiction. An advert in the Calcutta Gazette is looking for an apprentice draughtsman to accompany a scholar on an expedition to record avian life in Bengal. How can Anila Tandy, left to fend for herself in a city of rogues, dare to apply for a position that is clearly not meant for her? This voyage up the Ganges might be just the thing to equip Anila in her search for her missing father.
Mary Finn has created a rich narrative * Viewpoint *
..is a pleasant change for the teen market and will also entice adults with its beautiful, lyrical prose. * Magpies *
Anila is painted as a strong, independent female heroine in a novel that pays strict attention to details of India and historical fact with the language written in a beautifully evocative manner. * Reading Time *
Mary Finn worked for years as a magazine journalist with Radio Telefis Eireann, the Irish broadcasting service. She lives in Dublin and works as a freelance writer. "Anila's Journey" is her debut novel and was inspired by an original 18th century portrait which hangs in the National Gallery of Ireland (and now graces the front cover).
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ISBN 13 9781406306590
ISBN 10 1406306592
Title Anila's Journey
Author Mary Finn
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Walker Books Ltd
Year published 2008-03-01
Number of pages 304
Prizes Winner of Parents' Choice Award 2008 (United States)
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.