Golden Gifts: An Australian Tale is a novel written by Maud Jeanne Franc and published in 1883. The story is set in Australia during the gold rush era and follows the life of a young girl named Maudie, who lives with her family on a gold mine. Maudie is a curious and adventurous child who loves to explore the bush and learn about the different animals and plants that live there. She also enjoys spending time with her family and friends, including her best friend, a boy named Jack.As the story progresses, Maudie's family faces many challenges, including financial difficulties and the threat of losing their land. Despite these hardships, Maudie remains optimistic and determined to help her family in any way she can. She also learns important lessons about the value of hard work, perseverance, and the importance of family and community.Throughout the book, Franc vividly describes the Australian landscape and the challenges faced by those who lived during the gold rush era. She also highlights the unique culture and traditions of the Australian people, including their love of the outdoors and their strong sense of community.Overall, Golden Gifts: An Australian Tale is a charming and inspiring novel that offers a glimpse into the history and culture of Australia. It is a timeless story that will appeal to readers of all ages and backgrounds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.