Digit Dick in Blackswan Land by Leslie Rees (1982, Hardcover)

A Rare Vintage Australian Treasure

Digit Dick in Blackswan Land by Leslie Rees is a beautifully illustrated 1972 edition from the much-loved Digit Dick series. This classic tale captures the uniquely Australian landscape and storytelling style that made Rees one of the country’s most cherished children’s authors.

In this story, Digit Dick embarks on an adventure through the land of black swans—a richly imaginative and gentle journey, brought to life by the vibrant illustrations of Tony Hutchings. Originally published by Hamlyn in Sydney, this edition has become increasingly scarce and is a sought-after title for collectors of Australian children’s literature.

An ideal addition to any vintage book collection, or a meaningful gift for those who remember these timeless tales from their childhood.

Details

Author – Leslie Rees
Illustrator – Tony Hutchings
Publisher – Hamlyn, Sydney
Year – First published 1972; this edition 1982
Format – Hardcover
Pages – 28, with colour illustrations throughout
Dimensions – 32 cm tall
Condition – Very Good – light wear/tears to dust jacket
Note – Weight listed includes packaging required for the item to arrive safely and undamaged

A Rare Vintage Australian Treasure

Digit Dick in Blackswan Land is a beautifully illustrated tale from the much-loved Digit Dick series by Leslie Rees. In this classic Australian children's story, Digit Dick embarks on a whimsical journey through the land of black swans—a richly imaginative adventure brought to life by the vibrant artwork of Tony Hutchings.

Originally published in 1972, this 1982 edition by Hamlyn has become increasingly scarce and is a sought-after title for collectors of Australian children’s literature.

Why You’ll Love It:
An ideal addition to any vintage book collection or a meaningful gift for those who remember these timeless tales from their childhood. A charming piece of Australiana for readers young and old.