Bluecap and Bimbi; Gecko; and Mokee by Leslie Ree

Author: Leslie Rees
Illustrator: Tony Oliver
Publisher: Hamlyn
Place Published: Sydney
Year: 1975
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 90 pages
Illustrations: Colour illustrations
ISBN: 0600073416/9780600073413
Type of Book: Vintage Australian Children’s Book / Animal Stories / Australian Bushland Stories

Bluecap and Bimbi; Gecko; and Mokee brings together three classic Australian children’s stories by Leslie Rees, beautifully illustrated by Tony Oliver.

This 1975 Hamlyn edition includes three much-loved bushland tales: Bluecap and Bimbi: The Blue Wrens, Gecko: The Lizard Who Lost His Tail, and Mokee: The White Possum. The stories feature Australian animals and native bush settings, making this a charming title for readers and collectors of vintage Australian children’s literature.

Originally published separately between the 1940s and 1970s, these stories reflect Leslie Rees’ enduring contribution to Australian children’s writing, with gentle animal adventures and strong nostalgic appeal.

Condition
Used, good. Light wear to covers, bumping to corners, and a small chip to back corner. Previous owner’s name inside cover and on half-title page. Large oversized book.

Why You’ll Love It
A lovely collectable edition for fans of Australian animal stories, vintage children’s books and illustrated bushland tales. A wonderful addition to collections of Leslie Rees, Tony Oliver, Australian picture books and nostalgic children’s literature.