Shaping the World - Fred Hollows - Digital

Restore sight for just $25. Discover the extraordinary story of Fred Hollows, the New Zealand-born ophthalmologist who dedicated his life to fixing "sick eyes". From remote Indigenous Australian communities to the world's poorest countries, Fred's mission to make eye care affordable has given the gift of sight back to over 2.5 million people.

This Shaping the World title follows Fred’s journey from a young mountain climber to 1990's Australian of the Year. Learn how he slashed the cost of sight-restoring lenses and built a legacy that continues in 25 countries today

Key Features:

True Inspiration: Follow the life of a man honored on the Australian one-dollar coin.

Global Impact: See how his factories in Nepal and Eritrea made surgery accessible to millions.

Educational: Includes a complete timeline of Fred’s life and achievements.

Empower your readers with the story of a man who proved one person can truly change the world

Format: Non-fiction, Shaping the World series.

Teacher Support: Materials available through EDconnect