Lauren Mitchell and Geoff Hocking: Go'Bendy'Go

Lauren Mitchell and Geoff Hocking: Go'Bendy'Go

A fun and accessible children's book based on the true story of William Abednego - the man whom Bendigo is named after.

By Bendigo Library

Date and time

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM AEST

Location

Bendigo Library

251 Hargreaves Street Bendigo, VIC 3550 Australia

About this event

  • 1 hour

Meet local author Lauren Mitchell and illustrator Geoff Hocking who share the early history of Bendigo in a fun and accessible way. Go'Bendy'Go is based on the true story of William Abednego Thompson, a bare-knuckle boxing champion from England, who unknowingly gave his name to the goldfields city of Bendigo. A treat for all generations, a fun and rollicking read for children and informative for adults - the story of Bendigo.

All ages.

Book sales and signings.

NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED

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