Description: Day 9 at Wooreen by Rob Hunter Day 9 at Wooreen paints a vivid picture of the Wooreen State School kidnapping of 1977. Written through the teachers eyes, this gripping tale gives insight into the trauma experienced by the victims, the timely heroism of logging truck driver Robin Smith, and the bravery and commitment of the Victorian Police Force. The state school kidnappings of the 1970s shocked Australia. They stand as two of Victorias most audacious and notorious crimes. The author celebrates the healing that is possible from such pain and torment, giving the reader renewed hope in a troubled world. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Following the kidnapping of 1977, Rob Hunter continued to work as a teacher with the Education Department of Victoria until February 2018. He is married to Judi and presently resides in rural Victoria. They have four adult sons. Rob is the founder and presenter of the seminar Kidnapped Teacher Talks - Health After Hurt. The seminar is based on the health that Rob experiences despite the trauma of his kidnapping. Review "Rob Hunter was 20 when he was abducted at gunpoint with nine primary school pupils at a remote country school. He has lived with the terror of those crowded hours for four decades. Finally, he has found the words to tell his story. This is it." -- Andrew Rule, Journalist (Herald Sun) and Author"At last! An insiders account of one of Australias most sinister crimes." -- John Silvester,Journalist (The Age) and Author" Long Description Day 9 at Wooreen paints a vivid picture of the Wooreen State School kidnapping of 1977. Written through the teacher_s eyes, this gripping tale gives insight into the trauma experienced by the victims, the timely heroism of logging truck driver Robin Smith, and the bravery and commitment of the Victorian Police Force. The state school kidnappings of the 1970s shocked Australia. They stand as two of Victoria_s most audacious and notorious crimes. The author celebrates the healing that is possible from such pain and torment, giving the reader renewed hope in a troubled world. Review Quote "Rob Hunter was 20 when he was abducted at gunpoint with nine primary school pupils at a remote country school. He has lived with the terror of those crowded hours for four decades. Finally, he has found the words to tell his story. This is it." -- Andrew Rule, Journalist (Herald Sun) and Author Details ISBN1925642763 Author Rob Hunter Publisher Wilkinson Publishing Year 2019 ISBN-10 1925642763 ISBN-13 9781925642766 Format Paperback Imprint Wilkinson Publishing Subtitle Kidnapped with Nine Children...A true account of the crime that shocked Australia Country of Publication Australia Pages 224 Publication Date 2019-05-01 Short Title Day 9 at Wooreen Language English Media Book DEWEY 364.15409945 UK Release Date 2019-05-01 NZ Release Date 2019-05-01 Audience General Place of Publication Melbourne AU Release Date 2019-05-01 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:126370263;
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Book Title: Day 9 at Wooreen
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Topic: True Crime
Publisher: Wilkinson Publishing
Publication Year: 2019
Author: Rob Hunter
Number of Pages: 224 Pages