Red Earth, Blue Sky

About the Book

The Australian Outback is largely unchanged since Red Earth, Blue Sky was first published in 1981. Some roads are improved. Some stations (ranches) have televisions and telephones. Many still rely on the two-way radio. The harsh conditions in the vast Outback continue to restrict man’s innovations there. Red Earth, Blue Sky was cited by the World Council of Churches for furthering the brotherhood of man.

About the Author

Margaret Rau has made many lengthy visits to Australia. During her second visit she concentrated on the Outback. Red Earth, Blue Sky tells the story of that journey. Rau’s nineteen non-fiction books for juvenile and young adult readers cover many subjects. Her interests are China, where she was born and grew up, nature and the early history of America.