Biddy Alone Author:Wanda Cowley The story of Biddy, who goes to live on a bird sanctuary insland when her father is appointed the Ranger. Biddy cannot bear to part with Kit, her much loved cat, and decides to smuggle her on to the island. — On the island Biddy finds the birds are so tame they walk around on the grass. She also learns there is a hunter there who shoots cats. ... more »When Kit escapes into the bush, Biddy is alarmed, and follows.
Young readers will be enthralled by Biddy's adventures in the bush. At the same time they will learn much about bushcraft and conservation in New Zealand.
Wanda Cowley has a thorough understanding of the New Zealand bush, and portrays it vividly in this, her first novel for children. She lives on Waiheke Island.« less