Kate Holden si addentra nelle profondità dell'esperienza umana con un acuto intelletto e una sensibilità da poetessa. La sua scrittura è caratterizzata da una profonda esplorazione di paesaggi psicologici ed emotivi, che attira i lettori negli intricati meccanismi della mente. Holden naviga abilmente attraverso le complessità delle relazioni e la ricerca dell'identità, scoprendo spesso verità universali sulla condizione umana all'interno delle sue narrazioni.
The narrative unfolds an extraordinary true account centered around themes of greed and power, highlighting the deep-seated desire for legacy. Through the lens of an acclaimed Australian storyteller, the book explores the complexities of ambition and the lengths individuals will go to secure their place in history. The gripping tale delves into the moral dilemmas faced by its characters, making it a compelling exploration of human nature and ambition.
Kate Holden recounts her descent into heroin addiction and prostitution, describing how she managed to fight her addictions and demons to reclaim her life and find happiness once again.
Brutally honest account of a life of heroin addiction and prostitution. Despite the subject Holden's prose weaves around the subject matter beautifully. There was so much detail in her descrptions of life in the brothel that I felt like I was a fly on the wall. At times the length of these descriptions could have been kept shorter but on the whole a throughly engrossing book.
The brutal murder of environmental officer Glen Turner by farmer Ian Turnbull in 2014 ignites a profound exploration of land ownership, environmental ethics, and familial legacy in Australia. This gripping narrative delves into the conflict between agricultural ambition and ecological responsibility, raising questions about entitlement and the consequences of one man's actions. Kate Holden's insightful storytelling examines the complexities of Australia's settlement history, making it a significant contribution to contemporary discussions about land and identity.
A Story of Legacy, Land and a Killing at Croppa Creek [16pt Large Print Edition]
The shocking confrontation between farmer Ian Turnbull and environmental officer Glen Turner on a quiet road in New South Wales leads to a brutal murder that exposes deep societal conflicts over land use and environmental responsibility. This true story delves into themes of greed, legacy, and the moral dilemmas surrounding agriculture and environmental stewardship. Through the lens of this tragic event, Kate Holden explores the complex relationship Australians have with their land, questioning whether their legacy is one of triumph or tragedy.
Ve strhujícím pokračování své autobiografie vypráví Australanka Kate Holdenová úplně jiný příběh než byl ten o jejím propadu na dlažbu ulice a do chtivých rukou mužů, kteří si za sex rádi zaplatí. Po odvykací kúře a nalezení cesty zpátky ke své rodině se Kate rozhodla odejít z Melbourne – tentokrát za nalezením sebe sama. Na vlastní pěst je příběhem její cesty do Říma a Neapole, ze zaběhnutého světa flirtů a sexu k lásce, od ztráty k porozumění – a pak zase zpátky. V okouzlující biografii však najdete obojí – sex s cizinci i utrpení zlomeného srdce. Příběh je o pyšné touze po nezávislosti i tíži samoty, která se s ní pojí ruku v ruce. Je o ztrátě sebe sama v lásce k druhému a objevení své pravé identity skrze něžné ruce milence. Ale především je Na vlastní pěst knihou o pouti ženy za odhalením pravdy o sobě samé. A taky o snaze tu novou pravdu přijmout. Kate Holdenová říká: „Nejde o knížku o sexu, ale o knížku plnou sexy okamžiků.“ A dodává: „Doufám, že dokážu představit mužům ženskou sexualitu ve světle, ve kterém ji dosud neviděli.“ Neuvěřitelně otevřená zpověď o sexu a hledání sebe sama.
