Publisher's Synopsis
What happens when the truth gets lost? Where wild animals and people meet, tragedy can strike, But when a tiny baby is stolen by a dingo, people simply cannot accept such a thing. Prejudice and gossip grip the nation, and the tragedy transforms into a fight for the truth. How did it all go so wrong? This is a true Australian story of innocence, ignorance, and the perils of 'mob thinking'. A beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book that sensitively explores the collision of wilderness and civilisation, explains a famous miscarriage of justice, and examines the role of the media in history-telling, in an appropriate manner for young readers. "A modern day fairy tale, cautionary and unforgettable. Essential reading for students of history and the law, young and old." The book forms an excellent cross-curricular resource, ideal for class discussion and activity. Teachers' Notes & Resources, with further extensive resource material available online.
