Revealing an inner meaning to an iconic Australian folk tune, the setting is moved to WW1 and the song presented as the reflections of Diggers about returning home; and though the setting may be WW1, in time for this year's centenary recognition, the ethos is every war, every tour of duty, for every Australian soldier pondering home. Rich contrasts in the colours of Australia and overseas war scenes sharpen the emotion of this book.
Jack O'Hagan, illustrated by Andrew McLean
Omnibus Books (Scholastic) ISBN: 9781862919792 RRP: $24.99