
Purinina: A devil's tale
Author: Christina Booth
Format: 32 pp hardback book
ISBN: 9780734409942
Publisher: Lothian Books 2008
Audience: Teacher and student resource
Price: $28.99
Audience year level
This is the story of the journey of a Tasmanian devil from birth to her own motherhood. It follows the struggle for existence of this now endangered Australian native marsupial. Purinina's story takes us on a journey: birth, learning to hunt, the separation from her mother and ultimately becoming a mother herself. It shows the reader a unique perspective on the lives of these amazing, often misunderstood creatures. It allows us to experience a glimpse into their lives as seen through the eyes of a devil.


