Blinky Bill and Nutsy

Blinky Bill and Nutsy by Dorothy Wall

Blinky Bill and Nutsy is a classic Australian children's book written by Dorothy Wall. It tells the story of two koalas, Blinky Bill and Nutsy, who live in the Australian bush. Blinky is a mischievous koala who loves to explore and get into trouble, while Nutsy is a more sensible koala who tries to keep Blinky out of trouble. The two koalas go on a series of adventures together, meeting a variety of animals along the way. They explore the bush, get into scrapes, and eventually find their way home. Along the way, they learn important lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of looking out for each other. The book is full of charming illustrations and is a great way to introduce children to the Australian bush and its wildlife. It is a classic of Australian children's literature and has been enjoyed by generations of children.

By Dorothy Wall · First published 1934 · Genre: Children's Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy · 7 chapters · 24,864 words

First lines

Do you remember that bad lad called Blinky Bill? Yes? I thought you would. Well, just listen to the news I have to tell you. He has escaped from the zoo! Yes, escaped! He is back in the bush again. More exciting still, his mother is there too, and a little girl koala called Nutsy, who Blinky says is his girl friend. You can imagine how bold he is when he talks like that. I really think he has become fifty times worse since he lived at the zoo. I suppose it is the environment. All those cheeky monkeys, next door to him, and all kinds of little boys passing cheekier remarks as they discussed the animals in the zoo. No wonder the poor child has grown so bold. And less wonder that Mrs Koala has two deep wrinkles on her forehead, and an even more surprised look than usual on her face. She told me in confidence that she's surprised at _nothing_ nowadays. So you can imagine what sort of a time _she's_ been having. Splodge, a gentleman of the bush, a kangaroo also in captivity at the zoo, proved himself a loyal friend by helping the koalas to escape--while he also did the vanishing trick. Peanuts, were the cause of it all. When I tell you how it all happened I know you'll clap your hands and say "Good old Splodge". He told me the news himself. So I know it's perfectly true.

Similar titles

Genres

Tags

Children'S Literature · basket · bears · blinky · bush · cabbage · called · cried · exclaimed · eyes · farmer · field

What this Textopian page supports

Blinky Bill and Nutsy is listed on Textopian as a novel by Dorothy Wall, dated 1934 CE.

This source record anchors work identity, reading entry points, and catalog context for checking claims about the work.

Good citation fit

Contents

More by Dorothy Wall