H. A. Lindsay facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
H. A. Lindsay
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| Born | Harold Arthur Lindsay 13 November 1900 Hyde Park, South Australia |
| Died | 4 December 1969 (aged 69) Highgate, South Australia |
| Occupation | novelist and writer for children |
| Language | English |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Years active | 1915-1964 |
| Notable works | The First Walkabout |
| Notable awards | Children's Book of the Year Award: Older Readers |
H. A. Lindsay (born Harold Arthur Lindsay, 1900–1969) was a talented Australian writer. He was especially known for his exciting books for young people. Born in Hyde Park, South Australia, he lived a life full of adventure that later inspired his stories.
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Life and Adventures
As a boy, Harold went to Kyre College. This school is now known as Scotch College, Adelaide. He learned many things there that helped him later in life.
Early Travels and Work
Before World War II, Harold traveled a lot across Australia. He explored many different parts of the country. During this time, he worked as a commercial bee-keeper. He also spent time as a farmer. These experiences taught him a lot about the Australian bush.
Service in the Army
In 1942, Harold joined the Australian Imperial Force. This was during World War II. He became a warrant officer, class one. He worked in the Australian Army Education Service. Here, he taught soldiers important bushcraft skills. These were the skills he had learned during his travels.
Becoming a Full-Time Writer
After the war, Harold became a full-time writer. He also worked as a broadcaster. He wrote regular columns for major newspapers. These included the Melbourne Age and the Adelaide Sunday Advertiser. His writing shared his knowledge and stories with many readers.
H. A. Lindsay's Books
Harold Arthur Lindsay wrote many different types of books. He wrote novels for adults. He also wrote special books for young adults. One of his most famous books won a big award.
Award-Winning Young Adult Fiction
H. A. Lindsay wrote five novels for adults. But he is best known for his work for young readers. His book The First Walkabout won the Children's Book of the Year Award: Older Readers. He wrote this book with Norman B Tindale. It was published in 1954.
Novels for Adults
- The Red Bull (1959)
- Sweeps the Wide Earth (1960)
- Janie McLachlan (1961)
- Faraway Hill (1963)
- And Gifts Misspent (1964)
Young Adult Books
- The Arnhem Treasure (1952)
- The First Walkabout (1954) with Norman B Tindale
- Rangatira (1960) with Norman B Tindale
Non-Fiction Works
- Aboriginal Australians (1963) with Norman B Tindale
- "The Bushman's Handbook" (First edition 1948, Second edition 1951, Third Edition 1963)
Later Life
H. A. Lindsay passed away in 1969. He died in Highgate, South Australia. His books continue to be read and enjoyed by many.
