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Brian Simmonds Brian Simmonds i(A121058 works by)
Born: Established: 1938 Subiaco, Inner Perth, Perth, Western Australia, ;
Gender: Male
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1 1 y separately published work icon The Last Light Horse Dianne Wolfer , Brian Simmonds (illustrator), Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2022 23419802 2022 single work picture book children's

'There were 136,000 Australian horses sent to fight during the First World War. Just one came home. From the high country of Victoria to the desert sand of Egypt, from the waters off Gallipoli to the battlefields of France, this is the extraordinary story of Sandy, the only returning warhorse.

'The fourth and final book in the Light series, which began with Lighthouse Girl and includes the CBCA shortlisted Light Horse Boy.'

Source : publisher's blurb
1 y separately published work icon The Beach Brian Simmonds , Brian Simmonds (illustrator), Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2020 19526495 2020 selected work art work poetry

'For many Australians, the beach is the place where summer weekends begin and end, where meditative winter walks provide sanctuary from the hustle and bustle, and where families, friends and lovers gather to picnic, watch the sunset or walk the dog. In The Beach, award-winning artist Brian Simmonds explores the beauty and diversity of our coastline, and its role in Australian life. Simmonds's evocative pastel and pencil illustrations, accompanied by poetry and prose from well-known Australian writers, makes for the perfect gift book for locals and tourists alike.' (Publication summary)
1 1 y separately published work icon In the Lamplight Dianne Wolfer , Brian Simmonds (illustrator), Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2018 12849869 2018 single work picture book children's historical fiction war literature

'From fighting for the right to vote to nursing conscripted young men, Rose’s life changes forever when World War I arrives in the peaceful English village of Harefield. With an influx of wounded Australian soldiers, the villagers rally around to provide care and comfort, despite suffering their own casualties and grieving for their own losses. Training to nurse Australian soldiers like Jim the Light Horse boy is hard work, but with it comes much for Rose to treasure – in the gaining of a vocation, in confidence won and in finding new love in a new land.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 1 y separately published work icon Dog Lost Jan Ramage , Brian Simmonds (illustrator), Kew : Windy Hollow , 2016 10257221 2016 single work picture book children's

'This story is inspired by the heroic accounts of dogs that miraculously find their way home after long periods of being lost. Some inner sense of knowing guides them back home. A longing and bond of love and loyalty drives them forward. Makind owes so much to our faithful best friend. ' (Publication summary)
1 8 y separately published work icon Light Horse Boy Dianne Wolfer , Brian Simmonds (illustrator), North Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2013 Z1910182 2013 single work picture book children's 'In 1914 Jim and Charlie abandon the Australian outback for the excitement and adventure of the war to end all wars. But in the Light Horse they quickly discover the brutal realities of life on the frontline. And nothing will ever be the same again. Featuring stunning charcoal sketches by Brian Simmonds alongside primary source documents and historical photos, Light Horse Boy goes behind the scenes of the great ANZAC legends for an intimate look at their experience of World War I.' (Publisher's blurb)
1 y separately published work icon The River Brian Simmonds (illustrator), Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2011 Z1838513 2011 anthology poetry prose Award-winning artist Brian Simmonds brings Australia's waterways to life with his oils and mixed media colour paintings and sketches. Over ninety beautiful illustrations accompany uniquely local poetry and prose from well-known writers such as John Kinsella, T A G Hungerford and Elizabeth Jolley. [From the publisher's website]
1 15 y separately published work icon Lighthouse Girl Dianne Wolfer , Brian Simmonds (illustrator), North Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2009 Z1562057 2009 single work picture book young adult

'Based on the true story of Fay Howe, this gentle tale brings to life the hardships of those left at home during wartime. Drawing on fascinating archival material, and interweaving fact with fiction ... Dianne Wolfer and ... Brian Simmonds deftly recreate this period in Australian history from the perspective of a young girl.'

Fremantle Press website, www.fremantlepress.com.au (Sighted 23/02/2009)
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