The Road from Coorain by Jill Ker Conway
A Memoir
"The Road from Coorain" is a memoir that chronicles the author's journey from her childhood on a remote sheep station in Australia, through her adolescence in war-ravaged Sydney, and finally, to her departure for America. The narrative explores themes of self-discovery, gender roles, and the power of education while providing a vivid portrayal of life in the Australian outback. The memoir also delves into the author's complex relationship with her mother and the impact of her father's death on their family.
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- Published
- 1989
- Nationality
- Australian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 238
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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